Plaine-de-Walsch developed around a glassworks. It was founded in 1707 by the Lords of Lutzelbourg and flourished for almost 150 years before its operations were relocated to Vallerysthal.
Renting a holiday apartment in Plaine-de-Walsch is one option for planning your own trip.
Nature
The Vallon du Rethal is a first-generation ZNIEFF; it lies within the municipal boundaries of both Plaine-de-Walsch and Guntzwiller and includes a section of forest at the far eastern edge of the Plaine-de-Walsch municipal area. The Vallon du Rethal comprises forests, continental rock cliffs and exposed rocks, caves, and quarries.
Several landscape features classified as mountains are located around Plaine-de-Walsch: the Nusskopf, the Langhardtkopf, and the Schweizerberg.
Culture and Excursions
The historic Couvent Saint-Ulrich is located in the vicinity of Plaine-de-Walsch. The Château d'Ochsenstein, a castle ruin, is also nearby. The Château du Haut-Barr is a castle in the wider regional surroundings of Plaine-de-Walsch, while the Château des Rohan is considered a palace there.
The Ranch du Stoss in Plaine-de-Walsch offers riding experiences and works with guests to put together a riding programme for exploring the surrounding landscape. The Parc Animalier de Sainte-Croix is a zoo in the wider regional surroundings of Plaine-de-Walsch.
Routes
The Tour du Wackenberg route follows a forest road around the Wackenberg. It begins and ends in the car park in front of the access barrier to the site. After 350 metres, it passes close to the Chapelle Saint Vincent.
The Promenade du Rethal runs near the Chapelle du Rethal.
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