The thieves' tower and the winemaker's house
" This defensive tower (from the early 14th century) was one of the prisons of Riquewihr. The town was the seat of the court leet when it was a part of Wurtemberg. "
Tour des Voleurs
This defensive tower (early 14th century) became one of the town's prisons, the seat of seigneurial justice when Riquewihr belonged to the Württemberg family. You can visit:
- the torture chamber with trapdoor and oubliette,
- the guard room, where you can watch the interrogations, with a collection of torture instruments.
Winegrower's house
The thieves' tower communicates with a 16th-century winegrower's house. Highlights include:
- the kitchen with its antique utensils,
- the bedroom with its furniture,
- the cellar and storeroom, with various tools recalling the work of the winegrower and cooper (with video).
Temporary exhibition: "1918-1925 : Retour difficile de l'Alsace à la France" (with projection of a film on the same theme).
Price: €5
Group ticket with visit to the Dolder : 7€
- Pets allowed : yes
- Elevation : 287m
- Rates :
- Adult rate : 5€
- Child rate : 0€
- Special rates and discounts :
- Free for children (age limit) : 10 years
- Other special offers : 5 euros for a ticket to include the Dolder Belfry
- Children's rates :
- 7€ avec le Dolder
- Comments for rates : Credit card, Cheque, Cash
- Types of visits offered : Free visit, Visit with guide tool, Guided tour for individuals with reservation
- Languages spoken : French, German, English
Opening hours and dates are subject to change depending on circumstances. Please plan accordingly.