ガルフィンゲンの天然記念物・トップ5

here people watch birds

Beautifully landscaped park

This 35 meter high oak tree is around 250 years old. Initially planned for slaughter in the spring and then autumn of 1939, the project was abandoned with the start of the Second World War.

Built from 1979 to 1982, the dam regulates the water table and ensures the supply of drinking water to the Mulhouse conurbation and its surroundings. It is a protected place, classified as an approved voluntary nature reserve. The Mulhouse water service and the joint syndicate of the Michelbach dam ensure the management and operation of the infrastructures. A 4km pedestrian circuit (about 1h30 walk) allows, thanks to educational panels, to discover and observe many species of birds that nest there or are passing through (cormorant, osprey, crow, etc.). On the horizon stand out the peaks of the Vosges such as the Rossberg, the Thannerhubel, the Markstein or the Grand Ballon. Guided tours are organized in summer by the Tourist Office of Thann-Cernay.

The source is not flowing today. Trees block bike access on the last few meters.

Why should a detour here be worthwhile? You just have to look at the pictures....

This is where families gather and picnic on the lawn.

A green oasis in the middle of the city. Great for just pausing. The playground is a great change for the kids