Altkirch: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Altkirch is situated on a rocky spur above the Ill Valley.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Altkirch will find a destination with distinctive cultural and local historical facts.
Culture and History
The Vieille Porte (Porte de Belfort) is one of the two oldest city gates in Altkirch and was built in 1245 as part of the construction of the town fortifications. Visitors can pass through the Vieille Porte and see its inner vaulted spaces and dovecote.
The building that houses the Musée Sundgauvien is protected as a historic monument. The collections cover archaeology, applied arts, fine arts, ethnology and history. The Musée Sundgauvien also presents the history, life and customs of southern Alsace, particularly the Sundgau region.
The Prieuré Saint-Morand contains a recumbent effigy of Saint Morand, as well as a reliquary donated by Archduke Frederick of Tyrol in 1428.
The Parcours Patrimoine in Altkirch offers tours covering Saint-Morand, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the 18th and 19th centuries.
CRAC Alsace is a contemporary art centre in Altkirch dedicated to research and artistic creation.
Tours and Activities
The Parcours Vita in Altkirch offers a circular route of approximately one kilometre through the forest, with 15 sports stations accessible to everyone.
The Randoland adventure trail in Altkirch is a family-friendly treasure hunt for children aged four and over, allowing them to explore the town’s natural and architectural heritage.
The Street Art trail in Altkirch includes 13 works that are still visible, including works by local, regional and internationally active artists. The tour leads to murals and graffiti from the town centre to the Saint-Morand district.
Events and Art
La Halle au Blé offers a diverse cultural programme featuring theatre, music, comedy and performances for children.
La Forêt Enchantée is an annual event in Altkirch during which around ten Alsatian fairy tales and legends are staged in the town centre.
Getting Around
The Mulhouse–Belfort TER railway line serves Altkirch railway station.
The car park de l’Ill in Altkirch is recommended as the starting point for the Sundgau Cycling Tour No. 2.
For the main travel overview: Haut-Rhin.
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