Mulhouse has very simple origins: its name comes from the word mill/Mühle and indeed a solitary mill existed around which several houses were eventually built. The village was not officially referred to as such before 803. However, Mulhouse would eventually make up for lost time in the history books.
The industrial capital of Alsace, Mulhouse is located on the plain between the Vosges mountains and the Rhine river. It is located at the southern end of Alsace near the beginning of the Jura mountain range and the lesser known Sundgau region. The Sundgau region is well known for its fried carp and is beginning to attract many tourists for the tranquility of its agricultural setting.
Mulhouse itself is a very interesting city. It is surprising how many hidden charms this industrial city holds. One must approach this modern city with an eye to appreciate the specificity of its offerings. History has endowed Mulhouse with many facets which have allowed the city to take an important place in Alsatian history.
Although the remains of its medieval past are rare, beyond a tower or two, the enchantment of today's world is very much present. Mulhouse is home to several important and fascinating museums: the Automobile Museum, the Railroad Museum as well as many others. They hold unique collections which celebrate the remarkability of humankind's achievement.
