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Events, places to visit and local tourism businesses in and around town.
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Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in Philippsbourg.
Things to see and do
Commune de Philippsbourg
8 rue de Baerenthal
L'étang de Hanau
Hanau Lake, in the heart of the Northern Vosges Regional Nature Park, is a tourist attraction much loved by visitors, who come here as much for the relaxation it offers as for the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Dominated by the ruins of the medieval Waldeck Castle, Hanau Lake covers 18 hectares. On site, you’ll find a hotel, a campsite and a botanical trail
Le château de Falkenstein et le Helfenstein
Falkenstein Castle is the most important castle in the Bitche region. It was built in the 12th century on the orders of the Count of Lutzelbourg to protect his estates in the Forêt Sainte de Haguenau. The last of the Lords of Falkenstein sold the castle to Philip IV of Hanau-Lichtenberg in 1564. A few weeks after the sale, the castle was destroyed by a violent fire caused by
Le château du Rothenbourg
A few hundred metres from Falkenstein, Rothenbourg Castle is now little more than a ruin. The date of its construction is unknown. In 1353, the castle is mentioned as forming part of the County of Bitche. A few years later, having become a hideout for robber barons, Rothenburg Castle was ravaged by the Strasbourg militia. In the 16th century, it was described as follows: “an old
Réserve naturelle de l'étang de Lieschbach
Lieschbach Pond in Philippsbourg is a small, secluded peat bog pond, where you can enjoy a peaceful stroll. Situated on the outskirts of the village of Philippsbourg, its shoreline – nearly 2 kilometres long – offers a panorama of rare beauty over the surrounding forest and rocks. Thanks to a small wooden jetty designed to protect its fragile flora, you can watch the dragonflies
Tourbière de l'étang de Hanau
The Bitche region is home to around ten peat bog ponds, most of which are protected due to the exceptional flora they harbour. At Hanau Pond, a footpath – completely refurbished during the summer of 2018 – is laid with wooden decking and lined with information boards explaining the rarity and fragility of this natural habitat. From May to September, visitors can observe carnivorous plants, tou
Illustrative photoRocher du helfenstein
On the same rocky ridge, next to Falkenstein Castle, stands Helfenstein Castle, ‘the stone that brings help’.In 1410, Helfenstein Castle, together with its outbuildings and the villages of Butten, Kirspach and Birsbach, constituted a fief of the Dukes of Lorraine. Sixty years later, when the fief was renewed, there was no longer any mention of the castle, but only of the Helfenstein mountain.
Activities and walks
Au grès de l'eau
In a pleasant woodland setting dotted with ponds in which the wooded hills are reflected, walkers come upon the ruins of Falkenstein Castle, the most imposing of the castles in the Bitche region. Built in the 12th century on the orders of the Count of Lutzelbourg, with the aim of protecting his estates in the Forêt Sainte de Haguenau, the castle was destroyed by a violent fire in 1564. The building b
Boucle des châteaux à cheval
On the banks of the Moselle, between Philippsbourg and Niederbronn-les-Bains, this circular horse-riding route invites you to explore some extraordinary natural scenery. Riding along sandy paths that are perfectly suited to horse riding in complete safety, you’ll be enchanted by the dense woodland landscapes dotted with castle ruins.
Le grand tour des châteaux
An extraordinary mountain bike adventure! That’s what this route offers, taking you through exceptional natural sites designated as a World Biosphere Reserve. The route takes in the most beautiful castle ruins in the Pays de Bitche, offering breathtaking views over the vast forest landscape. The route continues on to the charming spa town of Niederbronn-les-Bains.
Illustrative photoSentier d'excellence 3 - autour des châteaux de Waldeck et de Falkenstein
This lovely forest walk will take you on a journey of discovery through the natural and historical treasures around the Hanau and Lieschbach ponds, passing through the charming little hamlet of Waldeck. The ruins of Falkenstein Castle, built in the 12th century, offer a breathtaking panoramic view. Historic boundary stones dating from the 17th century mark the route. Other points of interest can be seen
Where to stay
Illustrative photoHôtel Beau Rivage
The hotel is situated by Hanau Lake, a place of exceptional natural beauty, surrounded by wooded hills from which ancient castles, steeped in art and history, rise up. Hanau Lake and its Hotel Beau Rivage offer relaxation and romance amidst constant contact with nature. This establishment, with its refined comfort, meets the most exacting standards in terms of relaxation and d
Illustrative photoHôtel le Falken
The hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Philippsbourg, opposite the Restaurant du Falkenstein (same owner). It has 9 comfortable rooms. Half-board and full-board options are available. Breakfast is served as a buffet.
Shops and craftspeople
La saboterie Petrazoller
Manu, the last clog-maker in the Moselle, will be delighted to explain the different stages of clog-making to you in the relaxed atmosphere of his workshop. A warm welcome is guaranteed! In the shop, you can discover a variety of wooden items such as honey spoons, spoons, gift boxes, bread bins, as well as wooden toys and clogs bearing the “Qualité Moselle” label. The niche
Lumière Naturelle - bougies artisanales
In Philippsbourg, Joël Gasser makes traditional-style scented vegetable-based candles, scented vegetable-based pebbles and fragrance diffusers. The candles are handcrafted using natural, locally sourced ingredients: plant-based waxes (soya, beeswax, rapeseed) and fruit and floral fragrances (such as mirabelle plum and gingerbread).
Illustrative photoLa petite poterie du hérisson
La Petite Poterie du Hérisson in Philippsbourg exhibits and sells all the creations of its potter, produced using various firing techniques: smoke firing and high-temperature firing. Don’t miss: functional pottery and stunning jewellery made from glass beads using a blowtorch, as well as demonstrations of blowtorch work and pottery wheel throwing – but only when she’s working there!
Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 23 October 2026.
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