Historical Shows Sound and Light Lorraine

Created in 1995, the Odyssey Company and its 300 volunteers offer early August their theatrical performances in the gardens of the rectory. The scenario is directly based on regional history and real events. In 2017, it was a operetta of Louis Varney, Les Musketeers in the Convent, which was adapted by Claire Arthur. Enjoy a live show of quality and in costume! Free parking is available and you can take advantage of various entertainment or restore before the show.

When you visit Turckheim, you can't miss the night watchman's round, a real institution. During the tourist season, the watchmaker gives you an appointment every night at 10:00 p. m. before the Guard Corps for his round-time round of sixteen stops. It will make you discover the neighborhoods of the city, with its history of historical anecdotes, traditional singing and small notes of humor. " Han sori zu Fir und Liacht " (translate" take care of the hearth and candle "): that was the recommendation that the night watchman addressed to his fellow citizens when he started his service. It was also the reason for this municipal employment: monitor the streets and alert the fire. Turckheim's last "real" watchman died during the battles of the liberation of the Colmar Pocket until in 1953, the company of history Wickram decided to honor this character. Today, four of them have taken over and relayed during the tourist season: Jean-Luc Killy, Jean Lihrmann, Louis Meyer and Marcel Sattler. A magical show, full of folklore, to discover from May 1 to October 31.

Every summer, the remains of the Cassine castle come back to life to become the scene of a sound and light show with pyrotechnic effects, unique in its kind in Europe. The spectators embark on a mobile stand that moves over 300 m to discover the largest stage in the Grand Est. Splendid decorations, grandiose staging, all the ingredients are gathered to spend a memorable evening. Robin Hood will have charmed the spectators during the summer of 2022!

Organized by the Richstetter Scholletrapper, under the aegis of the federation of popular sports, the 26th night march is likely to be marked by horror once again. The 10 km circuit takes place through the streets of the village, in the Stork Park and the forest of Fort Rapp. The longest route goes to the Champ du loup, through a lock, and along the canal. A 5 km adapted route is also available. Ghosts, vampires and other night spirits animate this moonlight walk. Lampions, pumpkin soup and magic drinks are planned.

The Oranges Festival now follows a cruise rate, with demonstrations throughout the summer but also in Easter, Ascension, or Heritage Days… Violins and trumpets sometimes join dance, with musicians from Italy, Lithuania and elsewhere.

UNESCO's World heritage basilica is illuminated by UNESCO every Saturday at 21 pm.

Often overshadowed by other battles with more familiar names, the Battle of Vaux-Marie nevertheless played an important role in the retreat of German troops. As the village of Rembercourt was in the path of German troops seeking to encircle Verdun, deadly fighting took place there, leaving the French battalions victorious but very weakened. Experience an immersive discovery at the heart of the battle: a docu-fiction interpretation tour combines special effects and re-enactment for even greater realism.

Every year, the association Les Amis de Romécourt (Friends of Romécourt) organizes a new event in the courtyard of the château's farm, featuring traditional farming and traditional trades. It's an opportunity to relive the history of the Pays des Etangs, the Moselle and Romécourt, in the heart of a ^16th-century fortified farmhouse. A day out of time in the grounds of the Château de Romécourt, with refreshments and old-fashioned games for children and adults.