As part of our annual events, theme 2025: "The Rhine Graben: natural underground resources in Northern Alsace...".
Did you know that one of the first oil mines in Northern Alsace was located around Merkwiller-Pechelbronn, and even in the undivided forest of Haguenau? It was the richness of the forest subsoil that gave birth to this industry, which lasted for around two centuries and left its mark on the region through its social and economic impact.
A visit to the museum, followed by an outing in the forest, will enable you to discover the history of this industry and the traces that remain.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Speakers : Daniel RODIER, museum guide (specialist in the history of Pechelbronn) and Tristan MADELINE (Forêt d'exception project manager, sponsorship, Agence Etude Grand-Est de l'Office National des Forêts).
Meeting point and departure from in front of the museum - FREE - Places are limited. Plan to car pool to get to the sites - Bring suitable equipment depending on the weather.
Information and registration no later than 5:00 pm on Friday 6/06 directly on https://sortirahaguenau.fr or on 06 16 83 38 69.
Did you know that one of the first oil mines in Northern Alsace was located around Merkwiller-Pechelbronn, and even in the undivided forest of Haguenau? It was the richness of the forest subsoil that gave birth to this industry, which lasted for around two centuries and left its mark on the region through its social and economic impact.
A visit to the museum, followed by an outing in the forest, will enable you to discover the history of this industry and the traces that remain.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Speakers : Daniel RODIER, museum guide (specialist in the history of Pechelbronn) and Tristan MADELINE (Forêt d'exception project manager, sponsorship, Agence Etude Grand-Est de l'Office National des Forêts).
Meeting point and departure from in front of the museum - FREE - Places are limited. Plan to car pool to get to the sites - Bring suitable equipment depending on the weather.
Information and registration no later than 5:00 pm on Friday 6/06 directly on https://sortirahaguenau.fr or on 06 16 83 38 69.
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