| Saverne | |
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| Marne-Rhine Canal | |
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| Country |  France |
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| Area | 26,01 km² |
| Population | 11 289 hab. () |
| Density | 434,03 inhab./km² |
| Postal code | 67700 |
| Spindle | UTC 01:00, UTC 02:00 |
| Location | |
 48 ° 44 ′ 29 ″ N 7 ° 21 ′ 43 ″ E | |
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| Touristic site | |
Saverne (Zabern in German, Zàwere in Alsatian) is a French commune, located in the department of Bas-Rhin and the region Alsace. Its inhabitants are called the Savernois.
Saverne is a town located 40 km north-west of Strasbourg. It is one of the sub-prefecture of the department of Bas-Rhin.
Understand
The oldest traces of civilization discovered in Saverne date from the first century BC. A Roman camp, "Tres Tabernae" (Three Taverns), of which a few rare vestiges remain (including some elements of reuse on a wall along the canal), was established on the site of an ancient Gallic city. Today the name of Saverne is only a linguistic evolution of the Roman name.
In medieval times, Saverne was an important crossing point between the Lorraine plateau and the Alsace plain, via the Lutzelbourg valley. This explains its development, but also the large number of medieval castles around. Saverne was also the seat of a bishopric, hence the presence of the Château des Rohan.
To go
By plane
Strasbourg / Entzheim International Airport is located 40 km south of Saverne. It is accessible by train, with a connection at StrasbourgDue to the European role of Strasbourg, the airport is connected not only to the main French cities, but also to many Europeans and the rest of the world (Casablanca and Tunis).
Karlsruhe / Baden-Baden airport is connected to many European cities (Berlin-Tegel, Hamburg, Dublin, Girona, London-Stansted, Rome-Ciampino, Stockholm-Skavsta) and more particularly to the airports of the Mediterranean basin. It is located on the German bank of the Rhine, at 65 km west of Saverne.
By train
Saverne is located on the Strasbourg-Paris line and is a stop on the new TGV Grand Est.
By car
The city is on the route of the D4, on the eastern slope of the Col de Saverne. The city center is 5 km from the highway A4 (Paris / Strasbourg, via Metz), served by interchange 45.
To see
Monuments
- 1 Rohan Castle General de Gaulle square
Open every day from 10 h - 18 h. Guided or free visit.. – This imposing building (190 m long) built in 1790 to house the Saverne museum, created thanks to the Louise Weiss donation. It was built to order from Cardinal de Rohan-Guéméné to the architect Salin de Monfort. - Katz House 80 Grand Rue – This building, hosting a restaurant, is an Alsatian house with very worked beams, dating from 1605.
Open every day from - the'church and the Récollets cloister, Rue Poincaré. Open all year. Free entry or guided tour.
This Gothic-style architectural ensemble dates from XIVe century.
- the Haut-Barr castle, access by road D171. Free entry or guided tour. Open all year.
This medieval fortress, whose origins date back to XIIe century, is built on three imposing rocky peaks. From the top of these rocks, you can enjoy a 360 ° view of the Alsace plain and the Vosges mountains. The castle chapel mixes Romanesque and Gothic styles. Below the castle is the Chappe telegraph tower.
- The Saint-Vit cave, from the Forest House of the Schweizerhof, 20 min walk. Free entry.
This cave dug in the sandstone is converted into a chapel. Around, an alpine garden and the rock overlooking the Zorn valley are accessible.
Gardens & Parks
- The rose garden, Route de Paris. Every day from 10 h - 19 h. Free and guided visit.
1.5 hectare park, created in 1898 and planted with 550 varieties of roses.
- the Botanical garden of the Col de Saverne, Col de Saverne. From April to September, weekends only. From May to August, every day from 10 h - 18 h 30. Free for children under 12.
This garden, at 335 m altitude, shelters a sample of the Vosges flora, a peat bog, and a collection of alpine perennials.
Eat
Cheap
- Bierstub A l'Ami Fritz, 98 Grand'Rue. Tel: 03 88 02 04 77. Menus from 9 to 12,5 €
In this brasserie, the setting is typical. The cuisine is traditional. Terrace on the pedestrian street in summer.
- Self Restaurant of the Work Help Center - Aux Trois Relais, 59 rue de Dettwiller. Phone: 03 88 02 19 19. 7,5 €.
Self offering simple dishes. Salad buffet. Homemade desserts.
Average price
- The Katz Tavern, 80 Grand Rue. Tel: 03 88 71 16 56. Menus from 16 to 55 €.
In this historic house in the city center, "tasting" menus and Alsatian specialties are served. Terrace on the pedestrian street in summer.
- Restaurant of the Château du Haut-Barr, Château du Haut-Barr. Tel: 03 88 91 17 61. Menus from 19.50 to 44 €
In the extraordinary setting of these medieval ruins, an Alsatian house from the turn of the century where fish and homemade foie gras are served. Terrace in the courtyard of the castle in summer.
- Restaurant La Marne, 5 Rue du Griffon. Tel: 03 88 91 19 18. Menus from 23 to 27 €.
On the banks of the Marne-Rhine canal, this address offers regional specialties. In summer, terrace by the water.
- Staeffele Restaurant, 1 Rue Poincaré. Tel: 03 88 91 63 94. Menus from 38 to 56 €.
Warm setting, for inventive cuisine. A shop offers the ingredients used for the meal.
More expensive
- The Clos de la Garenne, 88 rue du Haut-Barr. Tel: 03 88 71 20 41. Menus for 16,5 € the week at 75 € and from 35 to 75 € the weekend
Regional specialties and gourmet cuisine. In summer, pleasant terrace on the edge of the forest, ideal for a digestive stroll.
Housing
Cheap
- Hotel Restaurant Quatre Vents, D 1004, Col de Saverne. Phone: 03 88 71 17 76.[1] Rooms from 29 to 46 €
In a building on the Col de Saverne, hotel offering 9 single rooms.
Average price
- Hotel Europe, 7 Rue de la Gare. Phone: 03 88 71 12 07. [2]. Rooms from 65 to 140 €.
In the heart of the city, the hotel offers 28 comfortable rooms, with multiple styles.
- Hotel Restaurant Villa Katz, 42 Rue du Général Leclerc. Phone: 03 88 71 02 02. [3]. Rooms from 54 to 100 €
In an elegant villa on the heights of the city, a small hotel with 8 stylishly furnished rooms, with a fitness room, sauna, solarium and jacuzzi.
- Hotel Restaurant Chez Jean 3 Rue de la Gare. Phone: 03 88 91 10 19. [4]. Rooms from 64 to 109 €.
In the city center, a stone's throw from the train station, a quality hotel, whose 25 rooms have been completely renovated.
Luxury
Around
- 1 Hochfelden (between Saverne and Haguenau) – on the Marne-Rhine canal and the EuroVelo 5 route.
- 2 Quatzenheim (between Saverne and Strasbourg) – on the “route des Romains” (Roman road going from Strasbourg to Saverne).
