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Turckheim
Prosperous tourist centre. Former Imperial free city (1354). Remains of ramparts.Three gateways: "France", "Brand" and "Munster". Ste. Anne church with belfry-porch (1190). Fine Renaissance houses (town hall, "Deux-Clefs" hotel). Former guardhouse (16th C.). 18th C. fountain. Historic half-timbered houses with balconies and bow windows. Historical discovery circuit. Night watchman's round at 10 pm from May to October. Museum and Memorial of the battles in the vicinity of Colmar. Vineyard trail (panoramic view over the town and vineyards) with guided tours and tastings (apply to Tourist Office). Wine festival the 1st weekend of August. St. Urbain procession (patron saint of winegrowers) throughout Advent and Christmas.
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