Turckheim, Medieval commune in Alsace, France
Turckheim is a fortified commune in the Haut-Rhin department of northeastern France, featuring three preserved medieval gates and a network of narrow streets lined with traditional half-timbered houses.
The town gained the status of a free imperial city in 1312 and was the site of the Battle of Turckheim in 1675, where French forces under Viscount Turenne defeated Austrian and Brandenburg armies.
Every evening from May to October at 10 p.m., a Night Watchman in traditional costume reenacts his historical patrol through the streets, singing and announcing the hour in a local tradition dating from the 13th century.
The Tourist Office is located in the Corps de Grade building next to the fountain on the main square, providing information about local attractions, accommodations, and events throughout the year.
Turckheim maintains one of the few remaining complete sets of medieval fortification gates in the Alsace region, with each of the three original gateways still standing and accessible to visitors exploring the old town.
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