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Lautenbach and its hamlet Schweighouse make up a mid-mountain village located in the Haut-Florival, close to the town of Guebwiller (6km) and the Alsatian wine route. The St Michel collegiate also places it on the Roman route. The Route des Crêtes (Cliff Road), very close, beckons to you to explore the Markstein summits in both winter and summer (15km, alt. 1240 m) and the Grand Ballon (30km, alt. 1,424 m). Nearby, take advantage of the numerous specialities of the inns nestled in the heart of the mountain and leave with delicious farm products (cold cuts, cured sausage, cheese, dairy products, syrups, liqueurs, honey and much more). Lautenbach is renowned in particular for the autobiographical novel of the journalist Jean Egen (Le Canard Enchaîné, Le Monde) titled "Les tilleuls de Lautenbach". This local boy describes his village with enthusiasm as a prodigious creation. Lautenbach is an important stop during your stay in the Florival in your search for local products and an authentic heritage.
The Roman St Michel Collegiate, XIth c. The Chapelle de Saint Gangolphe, XVth – XIXth c. Explore the Natural Regional Park of the Ballons des Vosges The Route des crêtes (Cliff road) Hiking circuit: near the ‘Chaudron du Diable (Devil's Cauldron) MTB circuit: Bollenberg circuit MTB circuit: Firstplan circuit MTB circuit: Saint Gangolphe circuit MTB circuit: Strohberg circuit Hiking circuit: fountains within fountains Hiking circuit: sandtone granite Hiking circuit: the Chemin Creux 'Hollow Lane' at Langrücken Hiking circuit: following in the footsteps of the Lautenbach chapter Fishing pond Florival recreational area: numerous structures for fun and sports Mountain guest houses Local products Events, excursions, activities: consult the events calendar
>Accommodation (guest houses, vacation rentals, youth hostels, refuge) coffee shops, restaurants, inns
Tourism packages: guided audio visit of the Lautenbach collegiate, independent visits with maps,guided visit of St Gangolph year round with reservation for groups Practical services: "le Beckala" picnic area. Accommodation (guest houses, vacation rentals, youth hostels, refuge) coffee shops, restaurants, inns, local products for sale Recreational equipment for children: Florival recreational area: swings, toboggans, wading pool, climbing net, boule pitch, skate park, picnic area, miscellaneous structures for fun and sport, multi-sport field, (tennis, basketball, volley-ball and football) Amenities/related services: free parking for cars, regular bus service, public toilettes
The "Fête du coucou" During the Saint Gangolphe pilgrimage, every second Sunday of the month of May, the traditional "fête du coucou" takes place. The pilgrimage starts with High Mass at 10am and the Salut au Saint-Sacrement at 5pm. Opening of the Chapelle of the 15th century with its frescoes from the Martin Schongauer era relating the life of St-Gangolphe, martyr of conjugal fidelity. Activities take place all day long near the Chapel with numerous stands including the traditional 'Kukukstand' with its 'coucou' and its 'Gloutris' in clay. Refreshments and restaurants onsite. Lunch served with reservation.
Rencontre Lutherie Danserie mét Müsik (String-instrument dancing event): folk festival Since 1983, in the month of June, this traditional folk and Celtic musical festival brings together groups from all over Europe for the listening pleasure of visitors who are increasing in number every year. Balls, concerts, dance and instrument workshops and stringed-instrument shows set the pace for this festive weekend, full of dancing and laughter. Other activities: see the activity guide
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GUEBWILLER Tourist Office 45 rue de la République - 68500 GUEBWILLER Tel.: 00 33 (0)3 89 76 10 63 Fax : 00 33 (0)3 89 76 52 72 Email: info@tourisme-guebwiller.fr
