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Parc de Wesserling: A Textile Heritage and Garden Oasis

Explore Alsace's Parc de Wesserling: Where textile history meets stunning gardens and captivating cultural events.

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The Parc de Wesserling, located in Husseren-Wesserling, Alsace, is a classified 'Remarkable Garden' by the French Ministry of Culture. This unique park blends industrial history with beautiful gardens, featuring a former royal textile factory, a textile museum, and diverse garden styles.

A brief summary to Parc de Wesserling

  • Monday 10 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-6 pm
  • Friday 10 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Check the Parc de Wesserling's event calendar before your visit to enjoy festivals, concerts, and special exhibitions.
  • Wear comfortable shoes to explore the extensive gardens and textile museum.
  • Allow at least 3-4 hours to fully experience the gardens, museum, and other attractions within the park.
  • Visit during the Festival des Jardins Métissés (June to October) for unique artistic and plant installations.
  • Dogs are allowed on a leash in the gardens and the Grande Chaufferie, but not inside the Château des Manufacturiers.
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Getting There

  • Train

    The Parc de Wesserling is accessible by train via the Mulhouse-Kruth line. Get off at the Husseren-Wesserling station, which is an 800-meter (approximately 10-minute) walk to the park. From the station, follow Rue du Parc to reach the park entrance. A single train ticket from Mulhouse to Husseren-Wesserling costs approximately €4-€7.

  • Car

    If driving, use the GPS coordinates 5 rue des Fabriques, 68470 Fellering, France, for the parking area. From Mulhouse, it's about a 45-minute drive. Parking is free. From the parking area, the park entrance is a short walk away. Note that during peak season, parking may be limited.

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Parc de Wesserling is a captivating destination that combines industrial heritage with natural beauty. Situated in the Thur Valley, at the heart of the Ballons des Vosges Regional Nature Park, the park showcases a remarkable period of textile production in the late 19th century. Once a royal textile factory, the site supplied printed fabrics to the royal court and stands as one of only two textile factories in France to receive this designation. The park features five distinct gardens, each offering a unique sensory experience. These include formal French gardens, an English park, a kitchen garden, a field garden, and a contemporary statuary garden. Visitors can explore the Textile Ecomuseum, which brings the factory's trades to life through dramatized tours and exhibitions. The museum highlights the different stages of transforming cotton into printed fabric, showcasing the skills and techniques that shaped the region's history. Throughout the year, Parc de Wesserling hosts a variety of events, including the Festival des Jardins Métissés (Mixed Gardens Festival) from June to October and Christmas in the Garden in December. These events add a contemporary artistic dimension to the site's rich history. The park also offers a barefoot path for a unique sensory experience and invites visitors to relax and connect with nature. Spanning 42 hectares, the Parc de Wesserling provides a blend of relaxation, artistic creation, and historical exploration. It's a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the textile industry's past while enjoying the beauty and tranquility of its gardens.

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