Épinal, Administrative center in Vosges, France
Description
Épinal is an administrative center in the Vosges department in northeastern France and sits on both banks of the Moselle River. The town divides into several quarters, including the old town, the station district, and newer residential areas on gentle hills.
History
A monastic settlement arose here in the 10th century and was later taken over by French rulers. Control shifted several times between the French crown and the Duchy of Lorraine, until the town finally became part of France.
Culture
The name comes from a medieval monastic settlement and today the old town still shows narrow lanes with old sandstone houses. Residents meet in the squares along the river, where small shops and cafés shape daily life.
Practical
Access is through several roads and the town center is easy to explore on foot. Those who wish to visit the surrounding area can reach other places in the department from here.
Did you know?
Every winter a fir tree over 14 meters tall is erected in a central square, brought from the surrounding forests. The tradition draws many visitors and marks the start of the holiday season in the region.
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Imagerie d'Épinal
1.2 km
Château d'Épinal
347 m
Basilique Saint-Maurice d'Épinal
90 m
Epinal American Cemetery
4.7 km
Musée départemental d'Art ancien et contemporain
401 m
Maison romaine
922 m
Château de Failloux
2.8 km
Bibliothèque municipale d'Épinal
701 m
Musée de l'image
1.2 km
Église Notre-Dame-au-Cierge d'Épinal
757 m
Fort de Bois l'Abbé
5.1 km
Maison dite du Bailli
184 m
Chapelle Saint-Michel à Épinal
1.1 km
Canal locks in Golbey
3.5 kmArboretum de la Forêt d'Épinal
1.1 km
Nouvelle synagogue d'Épinal
852 m
Musée du Chapitre
24 m
Cité de l'Image
1.2 km
Temple protestant d'Épinal
542 m
Épinal old synagogue
380 m
Golf d'Épinal
2.5 kmCroix des Bossottes
8.1 km
Église Saint-Pierre-Fourier de Chantraine
1.2 km
Église Saint-Guérin de Jeuxey
4.1 km
Église Saints-Abdon-et-Sennen de Golbey
2.8 km
Église Saint-Laurent de Saint-Laurent
3 km
Église Sainte-Maria-Goretti de la Vierge
2.1 km
Église Saint-Antoine d'Épinal
1.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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