Must-see places in Mulhouse

Mulhouse Must-Sees

Mulhouse showcases a unique blend of industrial heritage and architectural diversity centered around the Place de la Réunion. This selection highlights the city’s textile printing legacy at the Musée de l'Impression sur Étoffes and its medieval past through surviving fortifications like the Tour du Bollwerk and Tour du Diable. The list features significant religious sites, including the neo-Gothic Temple Saint-Étienne and the 19th-century synagogue, alongside the vibrant contemporary street art scene at Le M.U.R.

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Musée de l'Impression sur Étoffes

This museum houses over six million textile patterns and a vast collection of machinery and fabrics dating back to the 18th century, documenting the city's industrial history.

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Musée Historique de Mulhouse

Located in the former town hall, this museum traces the history of Mulhouse from the Stone Age to the present, featuring regional furniture, costumes, and historical artifacts.

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Temple Saint-Étienne

A prominent Protestant church on Place de la Réunion, known for its 14th-century stained glass windows and its status as one of the tallest Protestant buildings in France.

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Temple Saint-Étienne

Gothic Revival Protestant church featuring 14th-century stained glass salvaged from a previous medieval structure on the same site.

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Hôtel de Ville Mulhouse

A 16th-century Renaissance building featuring a distinctive pink facade with trompe-l'œil paintings and a double external staircase.

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Église Saint-Étienne

A 19th-century neo-Gothic Catholic church designed by architect Jean-Baptiste Schacre, featuring a prominent spire and ornate interior stonework.

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Tour du Diable

A 13th-century stone tower that once formed part of the city's medieval fortifications and the former bishop's residence.

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Tour du Bollwerk

One of the oldest remaining parts of the city's defensive walls, this 14th-century fortification tower served as a key defensive point for the historic center.

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Synagogue

Built between 1847 and 1849, this protected historical monument reflects 19th-century architectural styles and the city's Jewish cultural heritage.

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Le M.U.R. Mulhouse

An open-air urban art space where local and international street artists create temporary large-scale murals on a rotating monthly basis.

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