In Ottersthal, the Chapelle Sainte-Barbe is notable for a distinctive roof turret and buttresses; they were required because of a broad ribless vault. The chapel is first mentioned in writing in 1556. After the severe destruction of 1621 and 1622, it was extensively restored in 1630. At Mont Sainte-Barbe in the municipal forest of Ottersthal, it is a place open to the public.
Those who choose Ottersthal for a stay can include their wish to rent a holiday apartment in their personal travel plans.
Culture and History
The main construction phase of the Chapelle Saint-Urbain dates back to the 17th century. It contains a small altar with a statue of Saint Urban. The Eglise Sainte-Marie l'Auxiliatrice is located in the heart of Ottersthal's old village. The Roman road between Strasbourg and Metz runs through the village.
Barbarakopf dominates Ottersthal and is part of a large Gallic oppidum that was built at the beginning of the 1st century BC. Also located in Ottersthal is the Fontaine monumentale au col de Saverne, which is protected as a historic monument; it was listed by decree of 21 April 1934.
Landscape and Nature
The Col de Saverne lies at an elevation of 413 metres and offers panoramic views over the forest, Saverne and the surrounding area. The Forêt domaniale de Saverne is one of Ottersthal's attractions.
Hiking
A hike proposed in Eckartswiller through the heritage of Eckartswiller and the neighbouring towns of Ottersthal and Saint-Jean-Saverne is approximately 14.5 kilometres long and includes around 250 metres of elevation gain. It can be completed on foot or by mountain bike and leads to the Chapelle Sainte-Barbe in Ottersthal.
Local Information
The local food market in Ottersthal takes place every Friday from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
