Larochette

Larochette

A quaint old market town, lying in a narrow rocky valley, entirely surrounded by woods. Larochette is dominated by two old castles (12th century), partially rebuilt, which stand on a rocky crag high above the beautiful and romantic valley of the White Ernz. Medieval square and historic monuments. Old streets.

Walks through the woods and countryside are leading to various viewpoints, especially those of the "Manzenbach" connecting Larochette to Meysembourg (castle) and "Nommerlayen" with the remains of a Roman camp (Aalburg). Walking trail "Mullerthal Trail". A regional walking map is available.

The De Roebé manor (17-18th centuries) houses the municipality. Commercial and tourist centre. ULM flying and ballooning.