Advertise here : France This Way newsletter

 

France > France regions > Alsace > Haut-Rhin > Murbach

Murbach

Murbach is in the Haut-Rhin department of the Alsace region near Guebwiller.

The attraction here is the benedictine Murbach Abbey. Founded in 727 the abbey was at one time one of the most powerful and influential in the region, with extensive lands under its control, and was also a leading intellectual centre for the region. The abbey had two periods of great influence - the first in the 10th century and the second in the 14th century.

The remaining part of the abbey that we see today is the church, and is a beautifully proportioned building in an attractive wooded valley setting, with two towers offsetting the facade of the building. The ornate carved decoration adds further to the appeal of this Romanesque abbey.

The remainder of the abbey, apart from the church, was destroyed at the time of the Revolution.

An attractive 'English style' garden is also maintained at the abbey.

Murbach : tourist information, map, travel plans and gites

Murbach, Alsace, France
photo is
copyright


Plan a visit to Murbach, France

 

Map of Murbach, France

 

Places to visit - Murbach

Any places listed above are within about 20-25 km (as the crow flies)

 

Information and photos

This travel guide has information, holidays and photos of Murbach when available. If you have any photos or relevant information please send them to us! Full credit will be given if they are used.