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Thionville

Just a stone's throw from Luxembourg and Germany, Thionville and the surrounding area have plenty of surprises in store for visitors.

Your stay in and around Thionville

    Château des Ducs de Lorraine
    thionville centre-ville / vélos

    Welcome to the land of the Trois-Frontières and renewal!

    History buffs and industrial heritage enthusiasts will find plenty to satisfy their curiosity in and around Thionville. Castles, military structures, iron mines and steelworks have all been converted and opened to the public, much to the delight of visitors.

    Located on the Voie Bleue cycle route, Thionville is an ideal stop-off point for sports enthusiasts. And don't forget the Moselle wine route, with its AOC-quality vineyards that will delight your taste buds!

    Musée de la tour aux puces / arbre
    Musée de la Tour aux Puces

    Visit the Tour aux Puces museum in Thionville

    In the historic centre of Thionville, take a look at the originality of this tower... with 14 sides! Legend has it that it was here that a princess met her doom, devoured by fleas...

    This former keep of the castle of the Counts of Luxembourg now houses a museum. Explore the archaeological collections in the themed rooms and follow the thread of history from prehistory to the Renaissance.

    Château de la Grange Serre et terrasse
    Château de la Grange

    Stroll around the Château de La Grange and the Prairiales garden

    This grand, classical residence boasts a fine collection of original furniture, master paintings, tapestries and ceramics, all displayed in exceptional rooms. The Jardin des Prairiales surrounding the château is an inviting place to stroll. Awarded the "Jardin Remarquable" label, it has been designed in a contemporary spirit and is dotted with flowers from all over the world, boxwood, large herbaceous plants and Lorraine plants. It's sure to make for a lovely stroll! (site currently closed for works)

    Le Hackenberg, ouvrage de la Ligne Maginot
    Le Hackenberg, ouvrage de la Ligne Maginot

    In the footsteps of the soldiers at Hackenberg Fort

    Not far from Thionville, the Hackenberg fort is the largest structure on the Maginot Line. This place of remembrance is a real journey back in time, to be discovered along the 10 km of underground galleries.

    The impressive installations, still in working order, will plunge you into the torments of the various conflicts that shook Europe and the whole world.

    Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages at Sierck-les-Bains

    Sierck-les-Bains nestles on the Moselle wine route. Erected on a rocky promontory, its castle dominates the entire Moselle valley. Its history dates back to the 11th century and its remains bear witness to a rich historical past. The castle was one of the favourite residences of the Dukes of Lorraine.

    Children can already imagine themselves in the shoes of a knight or princess! Throughout the year, take advantage of the many events and festivities to immerse yourself in a medieval atmosphere. And when you're in Sierck, don't forget to sample the local grape varieties*! Pinot noir, pinot gris and auxerrois will reveal all their flavours!

    Château de Malbrouck cour
    Château de Malbrouck cour intérieure / famille

    Going back in time at Malbrouck Castle

    "Malbrouck s'en va-t'en guerre ....." (Malbrouck goes to war) - who hasn't sung this childhood tune? It was the English Earl of Marlborough who gave his name to this castle, whose origins date back to the Middle Ages.

    Destroyed and rebuilt many times, the present-day castle is an interdisciplinary cultural centre offering a rich and varied programme. Climb the stairs to the top of the square tower and admire the panorama that stretches out at your feet!

    parc du haut-fourneau U4 / bord de Moselle
    Parc du haut-fourneau U4 passerelle

    The revival of industrial sites

    Witness to Lorraine's glorious industrial past, the Parc du Haut-fourneau U4 has become an emblematic site for the region's steelmaking heritage. Find out how the cast-iron production plant worked and hear from former steelworkers who now act as guides. For an unusual visit, opt for an escape game inside the factory! Nearby, the Traces garden is a fine example of how to redevelop a brownfield site.

    Not far from Thionville, the Ecomusée des mines de fer de Lorraine brings together 2 complementary sites. At Neufchef and Aumetz, visits to the mine galleries and the various exhibition areas evoke the history of iron extraction in Lorraine and the daily lives of the miners.

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