Epinal, a city in the Vosges close to the German border, known as the city of pictures. The Imagerie d'Épinal picture works was founded in 1796. Today, it also houses the Musee de l'Image were you can see the most famous and oldest pictures, as well as the traditional workshops. In the centre of Epinal, from the Place des Vosges to the Le Chapitre quarter, discover all the charm of the old, cobbled streets that lead to the St. Maurice's basilica. From the Castle, enjoy a superb view over Epinal. A walk through this large set of fortifications and their English-style garden will take you straight back to medieval times.