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Twin towns of Sickingenstadt Landstuhl

This page brings together all information on Landstuhl’s partnerships with
Pont‑à‑Mousson (France, since 1967) and
Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg (since 1998).

Overview

Landstuhl maintains two active town twinnings.
With Pont‑à‑Mousson (Grand Est, FR), since 1967, it has one of the early Franco‑German twinnings of the post‑war period – supported by clubs, schools, churches, fire brigades, choirs, and many private friendships.

With Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg (today a district of Bad Kreuznach), Landstuhl has nurtured a Rhineland‑Palatinate town friendship since 1998, arising from the shared historical link to Franz von Sickingen: born in 1481 at Ebernburg, died in 1523 at Nanstein Castle in Landstuhl. Both relationships are actively sustained and developed by an advisory board, engaged citizens, and the administration.

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Pont‑à‑Mousson (France) · Twin town since 1967

Pont‑à‑Mousson lies on a bend of the Moselle between Metz and Nancy (Grand Est region, Meurthe‑et‑Moselle département). Landmarks include the baroque Abbaye des Prémontrés and the Place Duroc with its arcades. The town combines university and industrial history (cast iron, water pipes) with vibrant culture — today complemented by cycle paths, museums, and events. The twinning with Landstuhl was sealed on 16 July 1967 and counts among the early Franco‑German partnerships in the region.

History & Highlights

  1. 1967

    Signing of the partnership: Mayor Ludwig Faulhaber (Landstuhl) & Bernard Guy (Pont‑à‑Mousson).

  2. 1970s–1990s

    Continuous twinning practice: exchange weekends, return visits, private friendships.

  3. 2017

    50 years Pont‑à‑Mousson & Landstuhl: anniversary celebrations with delegations from both towns; symbolic reaffirmation of friendship.

  4. 2022

    55th anniversary: reception in Landstuhl, honoring long‑standing bridge builders (medal of merit), renewed confirmation of the partnership.

  5. 2027 (Outlook)

    60 years Pont‑à‑Mousson & Landstuhl

City profile

The baroque Abbaye des Prémontrés on the Moselle riverfront, with gardens, abbey church and event spaces, forms the heart of many cultural events. The Place Duroc with its arcaded cafés recalls the region’s trade routes. Pont‑à‑Mousson was a university location from the 16th century; the university moved to Nancy in 1768 (today Université de Lorraine). In the 19th/20th centuries the town developed an industrial profile — still visible today in cast‑iron traditions and water‑pipe manufacture. Visitors can enjoy old‑town walks, abbey tours, and cycling along the Moselle.

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Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg (Rhineland‑Palatinate) · Twin town since 1998

The spa and wine town on the Nahe (today a district of Bad Kreuznach) is characterized by graduation works, the spa park, and the striking rock formations of Rheingrafenstein and Rotenfels. Above the Ebernburg district towers Ebernburg Castle, which in the 16th century served as a “Hostel of Justice” and a refuge for reformers. The partnership with Landstuhl was established in 1998 — supported by the connection to Franz von Sickingen: born in 1481 at Ebernburg, died in 1523 at Nanstein Castle in Landstuhl.

History & Highlights

  1. 1998

    Start of the partnership — historically grounded in the Sickingen link (Ebernburg & Nanstein Castle).

  2. annually

    Cultural encounters, commemorative formats — often connected with festivals and markets.

  3. 07/05/2025

    Meeting with representatives from Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg at the Sickingen commemoration at Nanstein Castle.

  4. 2028 (Outlook)

    30 years of partnership

City profile

Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg is considered a romantic spa and experience destination. The graduation works in the Salinental and the spa park stand for health and spa tradition; above them rise Rheingrafenstein and Rotenfels. Ebernburg Castle tells Reformation and humanist history — today it hosts concerts, markets, and commemorations. Hiking trails, viewpoints, and viticulture shape the surroundings.

Travel & Accessibility

Pont‑à‑Mousson

Arrival:
Car via Saarbrücken -> Metz/Nancy;
Train via Saarbrücken/Forbach -> Metz or via Kaiserslautern/Mannheim -> Nancy/Metz, then regional train.

On site: Old town, Moselle riverfront, and abbey are within walking distance. Accessible: Central routes are largely level; in the abbey and old town there is some cobblestone — check alternative routes in advance.

Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg

Arrival:
Car via A6/A63 or B48;
Train via Kaiserslautern -> Bad Kreuznach, stop at Bad Münster am Stein.

On site: Spa park/graduation works are low‑step; routes to Ebernburg/Rotenfels include gradients. Note: Choose alternative routes for viewpoints if needed.

FAQ – Frequently asked questions

Which twin towns does Landstuhl have?
Pont‑à‑Mousson (France, since 1967) and Bad Münster am Stein‑Ebernburg (Rhineland‑Palatinate, since 1998).
Why these towns?
Landstuhl has an early Franco‑German twinning with Pont‑à‑Mousson as a sign of reconciliation. With Bad Münster there is a close historical link via Franz von Sickingen.
Are there visible signs in Landstuhl?
Yes: the Pont‑à‑Mousson‑Ring as a street name commemorates the partnership; plus numerous events and delegation visits.
How can I get involved?
Via clubs, schools, cultural/sports groups or as a host family.
Who coordinates the partnerships?
The City of Landstuhl together with volunteers; a partnership advisory board prepares meetings and exchanges.
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