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Nature House
of the Old Canal

The Nature House of the Old Canal aims to introduce young and old to natural spaces and raise awareness about their protection. Located on the banks of the Rhone-Rhine Canal in Hirtzfelden, it is the ideal place to observe birds and small animals, and go explore the lush forests conducive to escape.

environment

General public entertainment

Throughout the year, the Nature House of the Old Canal offers a rich and varied program of activities, nature outings, workshops, conferences and even thematic exhibitions.
Children observing the pond - Nature House in Hirtzfelden
  • 04/26
    Hirtzfelden
    When birds inspire classical music and storytelling
  • 04/26
    Hirtzfelden
    Workshop: medicinal plants, allies for girls and women
  • 05/15
    Hirtzfelden
    The Maison de la Nature and its canal, a vestige of the past
  • 05/17
    Hirtzfelden
    Workshop: awakening the 5 senses through plants
  • 06/14
    Hirtzfelden
    In the world of bees
  • 06/21
    Hirtzfelden
    Little herbalists: discover common medicinal plants and make your own herbarium
  • 06/28
    Hirtzfelden
    Forest bath, between nature and poetry
  • 09/05
    Hirtzfelden
    Construction of bat shelters
  • 09/12
    Hirtzfelden
    Trapper's vigil
  • 09/20
    Hirtzfelden
    Apple juice pressing
  • 09/20
    Hirtzfelden
    Little herbalists: discover common medicinal plants and make your own herbarium
  • 09/27
    Hirtzfelden
    Together let's protect the fraxinelle
  • 10/04
    Hirtzfelden
    Playdough
  • 11/08
    Hirtzfelden
    Workshop: natural products, cosmetics and hygiene
  • 11/15
    Hirtzfelden
    Workshop: cold saponification in depth
Family reading a sign on the Nature House trail in Hirtzfelden
biodiversity

The old canal educational trail

This 1,7 km trail runs along the banks of the Rhône-Rhine Canal. It is punctuated with information panels on the history, local fauna and flora and invites you to take the observatory footbridge.

With its exceptional architecture, this footbridge promotes biodiversity through the integration of wildlife habitats (birdhouses, insect hotels) and allows observation of a unique landscape overlooking the old canal.

Treasure hunt

Playful walks

A treasure hunt can be lead on this trail to explore the canal in a fun way. Follow Inspector Cigo on her adventures and solve the puzzles that will come your way.

3 levels: 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years

Playful walks
Family walking on the path to the Nature House in Hirtzfelden
Alsace Rhin Brisach

Family activities

Photos © Julien Kauffmann