Discover Saverne: Château, Gardens and Cycling Route
Accommodation in Saverne
Discover Saverne through its historic architecture, gardens, and a cycling route that runs through the town. The Château des Rohan, the Gothic Cloître des Récollets, the Roseraie, and the Jardin botanique du col de Saverne each offer something different. The details below provide some specific points to guide you.
Culture and Architecture in Saverne
The Château des Rohan is a listed historic monument in the center of Saverne. Its park stretches along a canal and is a popular place for a stroll. The Musée de Saverne is another cultural destination in Saverne. It includes the Louise Weiss section, an archaeological collection, and an art and history collection. As its institutional use may change, check the current status before visiting. The Cloître des Récollets in Saverne is a Gothic cloister dating from the 14th century, adding a clearly dated architectural landmark to the town’s cultural attractions.
Botanical Garden and Roseraie
The Jardin botanique du col de Saverne was established in 1931 by local naturalists under the direction of Émile Walter, a pharmacist who worked in botany. The garden includes an alpine garden with various perennial and mountain plants. On a walk, you can discover different ferns, the flora of the Vosges, and several lawns and their plant life.
The Roseraie de Saverne was inaugurated in 1898. The garden covers 1.5 hectares and contains around 5,000 rose bushes in 800 varieties. The figures for the collection may gradually change. The FĂŞte des Roses takes place here every year in June. The two gardens focus on different things: the Jardin botanique showcases its alpine garden and the flora of the Vosges, while the Roseraie features rose bushes and varieties. You can therefore tailor your garden visit to your interest in plants.
Port and Cycling Route
The Port de Plaisance de Saverne has more than 80 moorings, is located opposite the Château des Rohan, and is five minutes from the town center. From April to October, it offers activities including electric boats, electric bikes, and mini golf; these activities are seasonal and depend on the operator.
EuroVĂ©loroute 5 connects London with Rome, runs along a canal on both sides of the Vosges, and passes through Saverne. This also makes it possible to see the town as a stop on a longer cycling route. If you plan to ride the route, check current route conditions in advance.
For choosing when to visit, the seasonal details are worth distinguishing: the Fête des Roses takes place every year in June, while the port’s activities are offered seasonally from April to October and depend on the operator. If your trip depends on either of these offerings, check the event date or the current port activities in advance.
Discover more destinations: Stutzheim-Offenheim, Dossenheim-Kochersberg, Harskirchen, Hohengœft, Hoenheim, Schillersdorf, Gunstett, Kurtzenhouse.
For the regional travel overview: Bas-Rhin.
