Vernacular architecture

Grand Soldat hamlet

ABRESCHVILLER

Welcome to Grand Soldat hamlet, near Abreschviller. At first, it was called "Soldatenthal", meaning "Soldier Valley" thanks to a Mercury or Mars statue found there.

Practical information

Historic monument or place to visit in ABRESCHVILLER , on the theme(s) Architecture, Sacred art .
There used to be a forest railway in Grand Soldat which became a tourist railway later on. Midway, you may visit a former sawmill. Local celebrities were born in this hamlet such as Alexandre Chatrian (writer, philosopher 1826 - 1890). You may stop by his house and read further information about his life. He his known as "Erckmann-Chatrian", a surname he shared with his friend Emile Erckmann.

Visit conditions

Visits

Tour of exterior only Signposted footpaths

Prices

Free!

Timetable

From 13/07/2026 to 19/07/2026
Monday Opened
Tuesday Opened
Wednesday Opened
Thursday Opened
Friday Opened
Saturday Opened
Sunday Opened

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Grand Soldat hamlet