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Ebourbettes farm

The farm of Ebourbettes, a few steps from the Swiss border, was used during the Second World War, as a clandestine base for the passage of resistance fighters and all those who refused the enlistment of force in the Wehrmacht. It was here that on April 26, 1942, General Giraud's famous escape to Switzerland took place. While the owner of the premises was talking with the soldier in charge of monitoring the border, promising him eggs and cheese to improve his everyday life, the future head of the French National Liberation Committee, accompanied by smugglers, slipped into the deep Swiss beech groves to reach Algiers some time later.

To access the farm, park at the pass between Winkel and Lucelle. Count 2 km (1/2 hour walk) on a beautiful white path to reach the site characterized by a superb view of the Voges and the Swiss Jura.

Description

Location:
  • At the edge of the forest
  • Isolated
  • Mountain
  • Panoramic view
Duration: 1h
Short comment:
Accessible from a car park located between Winkel and Lucelle. Allow 15 minutes for walking.
Type of place to visit (max 2 modalities)
  • Military site
Visit formulas
  • Free tour

Schedule

Reception hours:
accessible all year round

Contact


68480 Oberlarg

Information

OBERLARG TOWN HALL
75 Church Street
68480 Oberlarg
CallContact by phone
E-mailContact by mail
Location:
  • At the edge of the forest
  • Isolated
  • Mountain
  • Panoramic view

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Border marker of the Ebourbettes farm - © Vianney MULLER

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