Our articles : Culture & Heritage

Here, heritage and culture come together to offer you an unforgettable experience, a blend of living memory and contemporary creativity. Explore places steeped in history and experience memorable events.

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Spotlight : Culture & Heritage, In town

One of the most beautiful murals in the world is in Mulhouse!

As you stroll through Mulhouse, one thing strikes you: art has taken over the town! The city's first painted wall dates back to 1552, and the tradition has continued ever since. Today, you can discover art in all its forms in the city: from mural frescoes to iron sculptures and the hijacking of road signs, art is everywhere! In the various districts, the walls are rarely bare, and the artists have left their mark for us to enjoy. At the junction of Rue de l'Arsenal and Grand Rue in Mulhouse, you'll find one of the most beautiful murals in the world by Vinie Graffiti: it was awarded the title in 2021 by the Street Art Cities application. What makes it special? The building's shutters are part of the decor - it's simply fascinating! Shall we take a look?

Large format : Culture & Heritage, Knowhow

Discover the Grand Est region through the art of glassmaking

Antoine Vitek, from the blog culturezvous, travelled the length and breadth of the Grand Est region, following in the footsteps of the greatest master glassmakers. Yes, the Grand Est is a land of exceptional expertise! Here's his account and his favourites.
Baccarat, Lalique, Daum, Saint Louis... all these great names in crystal are based in the Grand Est region. It's also here that you can discover Aube, the department in Europe with the largest surface area of listed stained glass. So why is glass art so highly developed in the Grand Est? And where should you go to admire this centuries-old art? This article takes a look at the must-see sites!