Night-time stroll through Molsheim with a historical tale: “Au bûcher!

Looking for a timeless experience? How about embarking on a nocturnal stroll into the heart of Alsatian legends? In the stillness of the night, the city of Molsheim suddenly awakens from its long slumber to tell a dark and disturbing story: the ancient witch trials.

June 14, 1630 is a date engraved in Molsheim’s collective memory. Young Peter, aged just 11, was brought before the town’s dreaded court, accused of a mystical crime: witchcraft. In an age when the supernatural is feared and misunderstood, the verdict is merciless: the boy must be put to death.

Apollonia, dressed in a woollen robe and wearing a white hat, will guide you on this dark journey. Wife of one of the judges, she’s a privileged witness to the fever that’s gripped the city. Along the cobblestone streets, she accurately depicts the cruel process of judgment. From unfounded accusations to death and unimaginable torture, she reveals the secrets of a time when fear ruled justice.

Reserved for adults and teenagers, this storytelling tour by Contesse Luciole will plunge you into the heart of 17th-century Molshmian mentality. A dark era when 76 souls, including 34 children, were sacrificed on the altar of superstition between 1589 and 1697. With an immersive narrative, the Contesse will seek to elucidate this tragic chapter in history, trying to understand how such collective hysteria could have spread.

So, are you ready for a thrilling adventure? Let yourself be guided by the light of a lantern and dare to plunge into the depths of Molsheim! La Contesse Luciole awaits you for a nocturnal stroll that will remain engraved in your memory.