Haguenau Attractions

Haguenau is the fourth largest town in Alsace (pop. 33,943) and has a varied range of industry. In 1354 it became the chief town of the league of 10 Alsatian imperial free cities. After frequent destruction in the course of its history (burned down by the French in 1677, badly damaged in 1944-1945) Haguenau has preserved only a few old buildings. The Romanesque and Gothic church of St-Georges (originally 12th-13th century, later enlarged) possesses a colossal wood figure of Christ (1488) and the oldest bells in Alsace (1268). On the northern edge of the old town is the Gothic church of St-Nicolas (13th-14th century), with beautifully carved 18th century choir stalls. The Historical and Alsatian Museums have interesting collections of material on early history and the region of Alsace.