Location and Landscape
Gottesheim is located in the north of Alsace, in the Bas-Rhin département and the canton of Saverne. The village is 10 km from Saverne and its TGV station. From Gottesheim, the A4 motorway can be reached in 10 minutes.
The municipal area of Gottesheim includes agricultural land, orchards, and several vineyards. Gottesheim lies at an average elevation of 217 metres, between 182 and 252 metres.
History and Villagescape
The village of Gottesheim was destroyed by the Armagnacs in 1445. During the Thirty Years' War, Gottesheim was depopulated and later resettled by immigrants from Switzerland.
The Lutheran church of Gottesheim is located in the heart of the village.
Events and Routes
At the 2025 popular walking event in Gottesheim, routes of 5 km, 10 km, and 20 km were available.
The 19th International Popular Walking Event took place in Gottesheim on 25 May 2025.
The 2025 popular walking event started and ended at the Gottesheim festival hall on Rue de Wilwisheim.
The cycle path from Dossenheim-sur-Zinsel to Bouxwiller passes through Gottesheim.
Local Character
Gottesheim is home to a local producer, Ferme Anstett.
