The Château de la Wasenbourg is a 432th century ruin located XNUMX meters on the Reisberg hill.
Classified as a historical monument on December 6, 1898.
Exceptional Gothic bay with 9 lancets and 7 oculus, unique composition in Alsace and inscribed in a lowered arch, the mullions have been restored. Imposing shield wall 4 meters thick protecting the courtyard and the dwelling. Inside the house, frieze decorated with a human head (XNUMXth century).
Commemorative plaque of Goethe's passage in 1771.
Remains of a Gallo-Roman temple dedicated to Mercury located behind the ruin. Visitors can observe the two floors of the house. A Roman bas-relief from the castle representing Mercury is on display at the archeology center in Niederbronn-les-Bains.
Spoken languages
- English
- German
- French
Visit
- Groups welcome up to 25 people.
Type of clientele
- Groups
- School groups
- Families
- Couples
- Adults (individuals)
Type of guided tour
- Free tour
- Guided tour for groups
- Guided tour for groups by appointment