Ecomuseum of Alsace
The Écomusée d'Alsace opened its doors to the public on 1 June 1984. It was inaugurated shortly afterwards by Jack Lang, Minister of Culture. When it opened, the museum had about twenty buildings, some of which were unfinished, but it was already a success! It welcomed 75,000 visitors in its first year. Everyone encouraged the association to continue the adventure. The Alsatians then donated thousands of objects to the Écomusée d'Alsace, constituting the beginning of the interior fittings of the buildings: furniture, clothes, documents, photographs, etc.
Chemin du Grosswald
BP 71
68190
UNGERSHEIM
Visit of the Écomusée d'Alsace
The Écomusée is the largest living, open-air museum in France: explore an early 20th century Alsatian village, with its streets, buildings, gardens and fields. Traditional village festivities, daily events and demonstrations take place in the village throughout the year.
The Écomusée is the largest living, open-air museum in France: explore an early 20th century Alsatian village, with its streets, buildings, gardens and fields. Traditional village festivities, daily events and demonstrations take place in the village throughout the year.Temporary closure
Opening hours
From April 5 to November 2, 2025, Tuesday to Sunday
From 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM: April, May, July, August, and from October 18 to November 2
From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM: June, September, and from October 1 to 17
From December 6, 2025 to January 4, 2026
Tuesday to Sunday and public holidays (closed on Mondays, December 24 and 31, 2025) from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Open on December 25 and January 1
Accepted animals
Dog on a leash
Public price
Adult : €16.50Kid : €11.00
Price with the pass
Adult : FreeKid : Free
The Écomusée d’Alsace celebrates Christmas
From 6 Dec 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
Festivités de Noël
FreeExperience an authentic Christmas at the Écomusée d'Alsace ! From ecember 6, 2025 to January 4, 2026, discover the traditions of Christmas in France's largest open-air museum. Venture to the Écomusée d'Alsace, where the beauty of the houses will immerse you in the customs of Alsace in days gone by. Take part in the many daily activities, take a tractor ride, taste the famous Alsatian "bredeles", meet the emblematic characters of winter... And feel the magic and warmth of an authentic Christmas.
Ungersheim
Écomusée d’Alsace
68190 UNGERSHEIM
France
0389744474
info@ecomusee.alsace
The arrival of saint Nicholas
7 December 2025 at 10:00
Festivités de Noël ▸ Saint-Nicolas
FreeDressed in his finest costume, Saint Nicholas arrives in the village accompanied by his halberdiers and musicians. As night falls, enjoy a delicious snack with him at the Écomusée d'Alsace. You can also take advantage of your visit to the museum to take part in the many activities planned throughout the day.
Ungersheim
Écomusée d’Alsace
68190 UNGERSHEIM
France
0389744474
info@ecomusee.alsace
Sacrées Lumières – Christmas Show
From 19 to 28 December 2025
Festivités de Noël
Adult : €14.00 - Kid : €9.00
Wandering outdoor theatrical show – Suitable for all audiences
Immerse yourself in a family‑friendly universe blending Christmas traditions, humour and history, in an original creation by La Fabrik.
While Saint Nicholas is well known in Alsace, are you familiar with Hans Trapp, Frau Berschta or Christkindel? On Christmas Eve 1920, Frau Berschta, Christkindel, Saint Nicholas and Hans Trapp gather and hear on the radio that a figure named Santa Claus is beginning to gain prominence and might cross the Atlantic to Europe and perhaps even reach Alsace… Our protagonists then set out to meet the villagers to convince them that each of them is the spirit of Christmas. Will they succeed?
This show takes place outdoors: the houses of the museum will be closed, only the outdoor areas will be accessible.
Ungersheim
Chemin du Grosswald
68190 Ungersheim
France
0389744474
info@ecomusee.alsace
Accessibility
- Accepted animals
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Hearing impairment
Magnetic loops are available at the museum reception for the hearing impaired.
Access conditions
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It is possible to come to the Écomusée d'Alsace by bicycle by taking the route provided for this purpose. -
Coordonnées GPS :
47°51'7,4''N ; 7°17'6''E -
It is possible to come to the Écomusée d'Alsace by train from Bollwiller station.