Strasbourg
France · Alsace · 142 m
Description
Strasbourg is the historic capital of Alsace and a major cultural and European city where French and German influences blend in a unique way. The city is known for its imposing Strasbourg Cathedral, its canal-lined old town with traditional half-timbered houses, the picturesque Petite France district, and its historic Christmas market. Strasbourg combines medieval heritage and Alsatian culture with elegant architecture, vibrant city life, and an international atmosphere. As the seat of the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, and the European Court of Human Rights, the city is also one of Europe’s most important political centers and a symbol of Franco-German reconciliation.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Strasbourg Cathedral (Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg)
- La Petite France
- Grande Île
- Ponts Couverts and Barrage Vauban
- Strasbourg Christmas Market (Christkindelsmärik) (November - December)
- Ill River Boat Tour
- Colmar(Day trip)
- Maison Kammerzell
- Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle(Day trip)
- Place Kléber
- Palais Rohan
- Musée Alsacien
- Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame
- Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
- Saint-Thomas Church
- Place Gutenberg
- Place de la République and Neustadt
- Saint-Paul Church
- European Parliament
- European Quarter and Council of Europe
- Parc de l'Orangerie
- Historical Museum of Strasbourg
- Strasbourg Archaeological Museum
- Strasbourg Zoological Museum
- Strasbourg Winstubs and Tarte Flambée
- Alsatian Wine
- Alsace Wine Route and Wine Villages(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- SXB
- Train stations:
- Strasbourg