Mertzwiller: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Archaeological excavations show that, during Roman times, Mertzwiller was located on a transport route between Mittelhausen and Gundershoffen. In the 19th century, Mertzwiller developed from a municipality shaped by agriculture and forestry into an industrial centre: textile factories were established in 1837, and the forges of Mutterhausen were taken over by De Dietrich in 1844. During the Second World War, large parts of Mertzwiller were destroyed.
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History and Culture
The parish church of Saint Michael preserves parts of the original structure built in 1783 and 1784: the front exterior and the first three bays of the nave have survived. From 1937 onwards, the parish church was extended according to plans by the architect Joseph Muller, who came from Colmar. Restoration work following the conflict of 1939 to 1945 continued until 1947.
The “Les Hivernales” music festival was launched in 2018 on the initiative of Jean-Claude Strebler and offers free concerts at the beginning of each year.
Nature
The Zinsel du Nord runs through the municipality of Mertzwiller. Twenty-four dragonfly species have been recorded in the biotope area, including four that are threatened with extinction. Marsh orchids of the genus Epipactis grow on the site.
Walking and Activities
The “Les cinq villages” hiking trail starts at 31 Rue du Général Leclerc in Mertzwiller. It can be accessed via the Espace Stéphane Grappelli, where parking is available.
The Mertzwiller fitness trail began near the former mill on the road to Mietesheim.
A network of cycle paths provides access to Mertzwiller for cycling tours, making it possible to stop there while travelling.
Transport Connections
Mertzwiller is served by the SNCF Haguenau–Niederbronn railway line, which subsequently continues towards Strasbourg.
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