THE MAGAZINE

Every summer, the Décibulles festival brings the Villé Valley to life with unforgettable concerts. But before the main stages in July, there's the Décibulles Talent Showcase. An event that highlights…

Candlemas will be celebrated on Sunday, February 2, 2025. It takes place every year 40 days after Christmas, which marks the birth of Christ. From pagan origins to Christian traditions, Candlemas finds its…

The History of Cinema: A Cultural and Technological Revolution. The history of cinema begins with the invention of photography by Nicéphore Niépce in 1816. By 1832, scientists were designing devices capable of reproducing…

Christmas is now one of the most important holiday seasons, bringing families and friends together in a spirit of sharing and generosity. This religious celebration marks the birth of Jesus for…

The Sotré: Mischievous Elf and Protector of Fouchy. In the Villé Valley, the Fouchy forest shelters a legendary being: the Sotré. This mysterious little elf fascinates with its fleeting appearances…

History of Nativity Scenes: The first living nativity scene appeared in the 13th century, inspired by texts recounting the childhood of Jesus. Saint Francis of Assisi, returning from Bethlehem, decided to recreate the Nativity scene…

The History of the Advent Calendar: From Tradition to the Present Day. The Advent calendar has become an essential Christmas ritual, but do you know its origin? This tradition, which began in Germany…

September 1944: The fighting begins for the liberation of Alsace-Moselle. American troops are the first to enter Alsace-Moselle, a territory annexed to the Reich since the summer of 1940. Their army enters…

The Micro-Folie is an innovative concept offering a digital museum accessible to all. Launched by La Villette in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and 12 national institutions, it brings together more than…

Steige In the Romance dialect spoken in the area, the village name is pronounced "Steege" or "Hteige," while German speakers call it "Schtey." The origin of the name dates back…