Friesenheim

Friesenheim

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Friesenheim is located in the Ried 30 km from Strasbourg and 3 km of the Rhine. The municipality comprises Friesenheim and two annexes and Zelsheim Neunkirch.

It speaks for the first time in 803 when Friesenheim Abbot Thiebaut gave the Abbey of Fulda everything he owned to Friesenheim. The North Frisians of Germany (Frisia) would be moved into the area at that time. They were fishermen and specialized in the construction of dikes where the logo (the tail). The disasters caused by the Rhine, wars and epidemics ravaged the population often. The land was scarce because the area was mostly made up of pasture and land clearing.

St. Nicolas Church: This church replaced it in 1737, became too small. After its destruction during the Second World War, the tower-porch off center-piece is replaced by a side tower (1952). The side altars are carved statues Häusler by the priest: the Virgin with outstretched arms, similar to the window of Notre-Dame de Strasbourg (1867) and Saint-Nicolas (1872). The windows are the work of Rene Kuder.

Zelsheim: Small, quiet village, which can make the connection between the place of pilgrimage to the cave and Neunkirch flowered Diebolsheim. The house Schloessel (late 18th century) is built after the Revolution by Claude Francois Rousselet officer, whose daughter married the architect Antoine Ringeisen. After the death of his wife, it sells the Schloessel auction in 1863. The Abbot Kelhetter acquired it and the landscape to receive the Sisters of the Cross as well as orphans and disabled children in their care. In 1894, the bishop transferred the home education Still, managed by the Brothers of Matzenheim. In the late 20th century, this house becomes a private home.

• Neunkirch: Place of pilgrimage.

• Since the 15th century, Neunkirch is an important place of pilgrimage which grew considerably thanks to the Jesuits who had Molsheim Neunkirch since 1590. Now the pilgrimage is served by the Oblate Fathers (1913). The Notre Dame where is exposed the ivory statuette of the Virgin Mary, was completely renovated in 1993. Built in 1988, the pilgrims room can accommodate groups wishing to pray and gather for conferences. Neunkirch is a place of meditation, calm and relaxation.
• The statue, Virgin and Child (late 13th - early 14th century). According to legend, a shepherd of Friesenheim found the statue near a stone. He carried her to the village church. But the next day he found the statue near the stone. Nine times he had transported the statue to the village, nine times she would be returned to the place where it had been discovered. Hence the name Neunkirch (neun = 9).
• Since 1290, John Rhinau priest, celebrated Mass at "Ninkirchen. The pilgrimage was developed to the point that the lepers and settled around the church. Stolen several times during the Thirty Years War and the Revolution, the statue is found every time. In 1939, she accompanied the refugees in the Dordogne. Housed in a 20th century shrine of the Virgin holding the Child Jesus pointing his finger on the gospel.

• The third Sunday of May: Rally of Portugal (Pilgrimage Neunkirch).
• The Ascension: Masses at 8 - 10h - 18h. Procession to 15h.
• Assumption: Mass at the Esplanade at 8 - 10h - 18h. Procession to 15h.
• Late August-early September: Kermesse in Neunkirch.
• September 8: Feast. Masses at 8am and 10am. Procession to 15h.
• The first Sunday of October: Feast of the Rosary. Masses at 8 - 10h - 18h. Procession to 15h.

Notre-Dame de Neunkirch

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. -3°C - Max. 2°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 1°C

Auberge des allies Sélestat At the Auberge des Allies, you'll appreciate the tradition of a warm welcome, good food and nice rooms. Located 17 km from Friesenheim From 25 € to 30 € per person

Auberge la meuniere Thannenkirch Cuisine renovated. Located 29 km from Friesenheim From 20 € to 40 € per person

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Ambiance-Jardin   Diebolsheim Four guestrooms open their doors for you. A warm welcome awaits you from Pierrette who is eager to share her passion for gardening with you. A charming, award winning garden resides... Located 2 km from Friesenheim From 80 € to 90 € the double room

Chambre d'hôtes chez Dany     9.4 Gerstheim 3 bedrooms on the second floor of an old tobacco barn, 1 family room (or 2 rooms for 4 pers.) Good comfort, quiet. Living room reserved for guests. Rooms labeled Gites de France. Located 8.6 km from Friesenheim 55 € the double room

Au p'tit bon'air     9 Sand At Sand, in the heart of the Alasacian countryside, Luc, Sophie and Lucie offer two guest rooms with a capacity of eight people (4+ 4). In a totally restored Alsacian barn, you will... Located 9.2 km from Friesenheim 50 € the double room

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Gite de citadelle   9.6 Muttersholtz Our farm in Alsace, bordered by a river, horses and pastures are very rich in flora and fauna, beautiful space for two fully equipped, very quiet, private entrance and parking, kitchenette,... Located 12.1 km from Friesenheim From 290 € to 315 € per week

Gîte : le coeur de l'Alsace Ebersheim The house of John and Frances to the quiet countryside welcomes you to Ebersheim 5 km from Sélestat. Entre Vosges and the Rhine, in the heart of Alsace along the RN 83 and the A35 motorway... Located 12.8 km from Friesenheim From 260 € to 360 € per week

Les Gîtes du Ried - Gîte de la source Baldenheim France - Alsace center - Baldenheim - near the wine road, the center axis between Strasburg and Colmar. Stay in one of our holiday! Comfortable and quiet ... A romantic weekend getaway,... Located 12.8 km from Friesenheim From 370 € to 430 € per week

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Camp Au Clair Ruisseau     9.2   SPECIAL OFFER Gerstheim Camping quiet, spacious places with electricity connection (16 A), water and evacuation. Cabins and mobile homes for rent. Families and groups welcome, Pets welcome. Modern sanitary... Located 9.3 km from Friesenheim From 15.10 € to 16.60 € per day

Camping du Haut-koenigsbourg     9.2 Lièpvre In the shade of various species of trees, camping in Upper koenigsbourg you to spend a stay in a large protected environment, a haven of peace and calm rewarded in 2004 with a 3rd prize... Located 29 km from Friesenheim 9.50 € per day

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Sud Hotel      7.6 Huttenheim Halfway between Strasbourg and Colmar this hotel is in the heart of Alsace. Sud Hotel Huttenheim is just off the D1083 and is surrounded by a verdant landscape. The hotel is composed... Located 8.8 km from Friesenheim Room from 50 €

Hôtel Restaurant La Charrue      7.4 Sand This hotel is in the village of Sand in France’s Alsace region. It offers en suite accommodation, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to free on-site parking. Hotel Restaurant... Located 9.1 km from Friesenheim Room from 70 €

Chateau De Werde     8.2 Matzenheim The Château de Werde is located in the heart of the Alsace region in a peaceful parkland setting by the river. It offers elegant and comfortable accommodation and free internet access.... Located 9.2 km from Friesenheim Room from 85 €

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