Remiremont offers several distinct reasons to visit: religious art and museums, Fort du Parmont and its military history, as well as seasonal events and summer swimming. For planning, it helps to know the specific dates and periods. If you want to shape your stay around a theme, you can choose between architecture, collections, history, seasonal traditions and swimming.
Abbey Church and Museums
The superimposed Romanesque and Gothic churches of the Abbey Church of Saint-Pierre have been listed as historic monuments since 1983. During a visit, you can see the crypt, medieval frescoes and a monumental altarpiece with relics. The crypt dates from the 11th century; its wall paintings date from the 14th and 15th centuries. Comparing the dates illustrates the different periods of the crypt and the paintings.
A canon’s house was built in 1750. Since 13 November 2002, the Musée Charles-Friry has been recognised as a “Musée de France”. Its collection includes a 13th-century processional cross decorated with Limoges enamel. The Musée Charles-de-Bruyères is dedicated to archaeology, crafts, fine arts, ethnology, history and photography. Its collection includes late medieval statues from the abbey church. Compared with the specifically dated processional cross at the Musée Charles-Friry, the Musée Charles-de-Bruyères covers broader collection themes; the statues also provide a direct link to the abbey church.
Fort du Parmont and Hiking
Fort du Parmont was built between 1874 and 1876 by General Séré de Rivières as part of the Haute Moselle defence line. It overlooks Remiremont from the massif of the same name. This makes the military defence of Haute Moselle a distinct historical focus alongside religious buildings and collections. Guided tours of the fort are available; check their seasonal availability before travelling.
The Séré de Rivières hike is a separate activity that is accessible to families. The Remiremont Venetian Carnival has been held on the third weekend of March since 1996. On the first weekend of December, Remiremont celebrates Saint Nicholas Day with a traditional procession. If you are planning your trip around either festival, check the relevant dates in advance.
Seasonal Activities and Local Specialities
Swimming is permitted and supervised at the Plan d'eau de Remiremont in July and August. This provides different dates to plan around: the Venetian Carnival in March, the Saint Nicholas procession in December, and supervised swimming in July and August. If you are looking for a hotel in Remiremont, first choose your dates based on the activity you want to enjoy.
One culinary link to the past is Loriquette, a travel cake passed down from the time of the canonesses. Nonnettes and Loriquettes are available to buy and sample at Pâtisserie Jean-Luc in Remiremont. If you want to include this visit in your plans, check availability in advance.
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