Visit of the Maison Rurale de l'Outre-Forêt
The visit of this traditional farmhouse, along with craftmen’s workshops, a dairy and even a classroom, is an invitation to discover rural life, popular arts and traditions of the early 20th century.
The Maison Rurale de l'Outre-Forêt is a former farmhouse, typical of the region called "Outre-Forêt", located in the Vosges du Nord Regional Nature Park. Now a heritage interpretation centre, the Maison Rurale de l'Outre-Forêt offers visitors the opportunity to discover the habitat, way of life, traditions and know-how that existed in the Alsatian countryside between 1920 and 1950.
In this typical Northern Alsatian farmhouse, you will find all the useful functions of rural life.
Opening hours
<p>1 February to 30 April: open Wednesday and Thursday, 11am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 6pm. </p><p>1 May to 30 September: Tuesday to Sunday and public holidays, 11am to 6pm. </p><p>1 October to 31 December: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11am to 5pm; Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, 2pm to 6pm. Closed on 25 December and in January from 1 to 31 January 2026.</p>Accessibility
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Visual disability
For the visually impaired: a presentation booklet in Braille and large print, signage in Braille, a relief plan, a model of the building.
Access conditions
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GPS : 48.93380 / 7.85646
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Soultz-sous-Forêts is located on the TER line Wissembourg - Strasbourg, 45 minutes from Strasbourg. Kutzenhausen is located 3 km from Soultz-sous-Forêts. A cycle route links the two communes.
Exhibition “my two cents”
From 8 February to 8 March 2026
Exposition temporaire
Free
Enriched by marine deposits, the subsoil of Outre-Forêt is rich in natural resources, oil, asphalt, salt, lithium, the exploitation of which has shaped the landscapes or is still transforming them.
The exhibition at the Maison Rurale de l'Outre-Forêt, running from February 8th to March 8th, 2026, along with the accompanying conferences and activities, will explore the salt heritage of our region, local uses of salt, and lithium exploration. Everyone is welcome to contribute their own perspective!
Kutzenhausen
1 place de l'église
67250 KUTZENHAUSEN
France
0388805300
contact@maison-rurale.fr
The Little Salt Lab
8 March 2026 at 15:00
En famille<br>Traditions
Free
This Sunday, the old classroom comes alive and welcomes you to the “Little Salt Crystal Lab”!
Mr. Alfred Scheidt, biology teacher, will offer you the opportunity to follow various experiments with commentary, discovering the amazing properties of salt.
This activity is accessible without reservation, from 3pm.
In parallel, discover the exhibition “My little grain of salt”, visible from February 8 to March 8, 2026!
Kutzenhausen
1 place de l'église
67250 KUTZENHAUSEN
France
0388805300
contact@maison-rurale.fr
10th Spring of the Balls
From 20 to 22 March 2026
Événement exceptionnel <br>Traditions
Free
The Spring of Balls , organised by AMROF ( Association of Friends of the Rural House of Outre-Forêt) and supported by the Community of Communes Sauer-Pechelbronn , will host the 10th Spring of Balls in Kutzenhausen from 20 to 22 March 2026 from 10am to 6pm , in 2 places, the Rural House and the multipurpose hall .
As usual, small producers and retailers of wool, each sliver more vibrant than the last, offer a wide range of natural fibers—animal, plant, or synthetic. Numerous stalls selling finished products, knitting kits, fashion accessories, and home decor will delight visitors.
Demonstrations and workshops on ancestral and more recent techniques will reveal the secrets of dyeing and knitting, carding and spinning, weaving and even felting…
Enjoy our on-site catering service, with a low-priced menu to satisfy all your gourmet cravings, at lunchtime or for afternoon tea.
Kutzenhausen
1 place de l'église
67250 KUTZENHAUSEN
France
0388805300
contact@maison-rurale.fr