Brumath: History, Forest Trails and Water

Brumath offers several practical starting points for planning a stay: a long history, archaeological sites, trails and outdoor activities. The town looks back on 7,000 years of history; its museum, forest trails and local events each offer a different focus. If you are looking for a hotel, these interests can help you decide what to focus on during your stay.

History and archaeological traces

The Foire aux Oignons, also known as “Zewelmessti,” originated as an old livestock market. It takes place every year over a full weekend at the end of September. The exact dates and program vary from year to year. If you would like to combine your trip with the festival, check the details for the year in question. Another glimpse into the past can be found in the Brumath Forest, where tumuli dating back about 3,500 years still remain.

The Musée Archéologique de Brumath is housed in the vaulted cellars of the former Château de Hanau-Lichtenberg. Its collection includes architectural remains, tools, coins and local ceramics, mainly from the Gallo-Roman period. The museum offers guided tours for groups of ten or more by prior arrangement. If this type of visit suits you, make sure to book in advance. The museum is less than 200 m from a free public car park.

Forest trails with different themes

Brumath’s municipal forest covers 458.31 hectares. Two trails marked by the Club Vosgien run through the forest; the trails in the municipal forest are also open to horse riders. The Sentier d’Ici et d’Ailleurs is a 2.7 km forest trail with playful and educational stops. It combines a manageable distance with points of interest along the way.

Two other trails focus on different themes: the Sentier de l’Abfluss is an interpretation trail about water and crosses the Zorn. The Sentier des Artistes au Waldstressel features around 15 information panels. You can listen to the stories on them using a smartphone and QR codes. The trails therefore differ not only in name, but also in the content described.

Riddle trail and places by the water

The Balade ludique à Brumath winds through the town’s streets and is designed around riddles. The game booklet is available at the reception desk of Brumath Town Hall and at the Haguenau Tourist Office. The walking route is 4.1 km long and takes 1 hour and 45 minutes. These details can help you factor the route into your schedule.

At the Plan d’eau de la Hardt, a protected natural area meets a sandy beach. There is also a water ski lift with five pulleys. Operating hours and seasonal availability may change, so check in advance whether the lift will be open during your visit. The Aire multi-glisse and the City stade are freely accessible to the public. As opening hours and access rules may change, check the latest information before your visit.

Getting here: useful information

Two location details are useful when planning train travel: Brumath railway station is in the heart of the town, while Stephansfeld station is on Avenue de Strasbourg. If you plan to travel by train, check the timetable for your travel date. This will help you include the right station in your plans without confusing the two arrival points.

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