Discover Sierentz: Hochkirch history and cycling routes

Sierentz offers a variety of ways to enjoy your stay: the history of Hochkirch, other historic buildings, marked routes for walks and bike rides, a weekly market, and leisure activities including games and escape games. If you are looking for a hotel in Sierentz, you can consider in advance which of these aspects of the town best suits your plans.

Hochkirch and the history of the church

At the northern entrance to Sierentz lies the Hochkirch cemetery. It surrounds a chapel on the site of the former mother church of Saint-Martin. The origins of the former Hochkirch church date back to the 7th and 8th centuries, during the Christianization of the Sundgau. The church was demolished in 1835, and its stones were reused to build the present parish church. The former church site and the later reuse of its building materials thus represent two different chapters in the town's history. The grave of François Joseph Müller is also located in Hochkirch cemetery. The tomb was made by Joseph Barta of Rouffach.

Chapels and historic buildings

The Chapelle Saint-Wendelin is located on route de Kembs in Sierentz. It bears the date 1897 and was restored in 1988. The date and the year of restoration refer to two different points in time. Other addresses also offer evidence of different uses of buildings: the former courthouse at 17 rue Rogg Haas dates from the German period. The former seigneurial faience manufactory at 2 rue Sainte-Marie dates from the 18th century.

The Maison de la Bascule adds another chapter to the town's history, reflecting the former use of a farm. It is a restored former farm with a scale for weighing grain carts. The building includes a living room with a tiled stove, as well as meeting rooms. If you would like to see the interior, confirm access before your visit.

Walking and cycling

The Hochkirch loop trail is part of the Pays de Sierentz's marked network of walking and cycling routes. The EuroVélo 5 cycling route also passes through Sierentz. Check the conditions for each route before setting out.

Weekly market, leisure and getting here

The weekly market in Sierentz takes place once a week. Around 15 vendors offer fruit and vegetables, meat and cold cuts, cheese, honey, flowers, and prepared foods.

Caf'&'Scape in Sierentz offers the chance to discover craft-brewed beer, play board games, or take part in escape game sessions. If you are planning a visit, check the current operating details beforehand. Regular buses serve Sierentz on routes towards Mulhouse and Saint-Louis. Check the timetable before departure.

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