Thann, Medieval commune in Haut-Rhin, France
Description
Thann is a medieval town in Haut-Rhin located where the Thur River valley meets the Upper Rhine Plain, with the Vosges mountains rising all around it. The town sits among vineyards and forested slopes that define the region, serving as a gateway to both wine country and mountain areas.
History
The town originated in medieval times, and construction of the Collegiate Church of Saint Thiébaut spanned two centuries before completion in 1516. This extended building project shows how the late Middle Ages shaped the town's development and religious significance.
Culture
The Christmas market brings together local craftspeople and food producers who sell regional products and traditional Alsatian goods directly to visitors. This seasonal gathering has become central to how the town comes together during winter months.
Practical
The town is easily reached by road and offers schools and services for families of all ages, making it straightforward to visit. Plan your visit based on the season, as winter brings markets and festivals while warmer months showcase the surrounding vineyards and hiking trails.
Did you know?
The Rangen vineyard on the north-facing slope marks where the Alsace Wine Route ends, holding grand cru status. This position gives the town special significance for wine enthusiasts who want to explore one end of this famous route.
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The Alsace Wine Route connects dozens of villages that have preserved their medieval structures. Half-timbered houses from the 16th and 17th centuries line cobblestone streets, while town walls and watchtowers testify to the region's strategic importance. Many villages feature Romanesque churches...
Château de l'Engelbourg
948 m
St Theobald's Church
508 m
Rangen
747 m
Synagogue de Thann
742 m
Synagogue de Gundershoffen
735 m
Maison, 17 rue Curiale, Thann
571 m
Fontaine des Vignerons
666 m
Ancienne église de Saint-Blaise, Leimbach
1.5 km
Cimetière juif de Thann
1 km
Maison Ehrhard
578 m
Fontaine Saint-Thiébaut
570 m
Maison à l'Ours noir
596 m
Halle aux blés
654 m
Enceinte de Thann
585 m
Immeuble au 6, rue du Temple à Thann
712 m
Immeuble au 68, rue de la Première-Armée à Thann
602 m
Maison Moosbrugger
658 m
Immeuble au 4, rue du Temple à Thann
714 m
Église Saint-Alphonse-de-Liguori de Bitschwiller-lès-Thann
3.3 km
Église Saint-Blaise de Leimbach
1.5 km
Église Saint-Pie-X de Thann
295 mTour des Cigognes
886 mMusée des Amis de Thann
647 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame d'Auf der Heiden
1.2 km
Chapelle de l'établissement Saint-Joseph de Thann
829 m
Temple protestant de Thann
746 mOrgue de tribune de la collégiale Saint-Thiébaut de Thann
508 m
Chapelle Saint-Urbain de Thann
719 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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