Reminiscent of… Venice, the beautiful and picturesque city of Alsace. It is a city with historical and elegant features in every alley. Its influences are also from Germany. Many of its well-preserved buildings have earned it the recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +33
Nearest airports from city center: Strasbourg Airport (19km), Karlsruhe Airport (63km), Stuttgart Airport (148km), Metz Airport (187km), Frankfurt Airport (207km) and Zurich Airport (224km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** CATHEDRALE NOTRE DAME DE STRASBOURG (Pl. de la Cathédrale, 67000 Strasbourg)
This is the trademark of the city. The gothic temple made of pink granite is 149 meters high. The astronomical clock bearing the seal of Swiss watchmakers who edited its mechanism, shows at 12.30pm., the evolution of human from childhood to old age. Goethe went up to the balcony to enjoy the view and to overcome the height phobia.
*** PALAIS ROHAN (2 Pl. du Château, 67000 Strasbourg)
It was built between 1732 and 1742 by order of the Prince of the House of Rohan – Soubise, Armand Gaston and was built to the standards of Versailles. It houses three museums, the Archaeological, the Decorative Arts and the Fine Arts.
*** MUSEE ALSACIEN ( 23-25 Quai Saint-Nicolas, 67000 Strasbourg)
Definitely a must visit! It is housed in three houses built in the 16th and 17th centuries and you will see life in Alsace every hundreds of years. Here you will find toys, kitchenware, clothes, ceramics and professional items of that time, coming from donations to private homes in Strasbourg.
*** MUSEE D’ART MODERNE ET CONTEMPORAIN DE STRASBOURG (1 Pl. Hans-Jean-Arp, 67000 Strasbourg)
For art lovers (painting, sculpture, even design and graphic arts) it is the ideal place to visit. You will enjoy collections from Picasso to Monet and masterpieces from 1870 until today!
*** GRANDE ÎLE DE STRASBOURG (24 Rue Thomann, 67000 Strasbourg)
It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its exquisite architecture. It could be your first choice for many photos and walks that will take you back in time. Walk in the La Petite France district, in the alleys, on the beautiful bridges and enjoy Barrage Vauban. At the end, take a photo in the magical Ponts Couverts de Strasbourg.
*** DISTRICT OF EUROPEAN COMMUNITY INSTITUTIONS (All. Du Printemps, 67070 Strasbourg)
It was created after the Second World War and here are the European Parliament of the EU, the seat of the Council of Europe and the European Court of Human Rights. You will be in the realm of human rights and the rule of law.
*** PARC DE L’ ORANGERIE (Avenue de l’Europe, 67000 Strasbourg)
It has historical significance, because it is the oldest park in the city. The beautiful bird symbol of Alsace, the stork, is waiting for you to admire it all year round, while the lake and the waterfall have a leading role in the scene that will unfold in front of you.
*** JARDIN BOTANIQUE DE L’UNIVERSITE DE STRASBOURG (28 Rue Goethe, 67000 Strasbourg)
An oasis of green area of 3.5 hectares. It dates back to 1884 and here you will find 6,000 species of plants and many of them are rare in Europe.
*** EGLISE REFORMEE SAINT PAUL (1 Pl. du Général Eisenhower, 67000 Strasbourg)
Definitely a must visit is the neo-Gothic cathedral with its two turrets. Formerly was a church of the German guard. Today it remains a wonderful place for beautiful meetings of people of all ages.
*** EGLISE SAINT THOMAS (11 Rue Martin Luther, 67000 Strasbourg)
It is a Gothic church and its choir will be impressed by the mausoleum of the Maréchal de Saxe, which has its roots in the 18th century.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Go to the Dauphine promenade and board the covered riverboats for a wonderful journey over an hour to the Strasbourg canals and the river Il. The roof opens when the weather is nice. With this process you will have the opportunity to see all the sights of the historic center.
*** Take the Mini-Train from the north side of the Cathedral Square and explore the picturesque alleys up to Barrage Vauban.
*** The city has beautiful squares. Visit Place Kléber and Place Gutenberg.
*** An ideal place for walking is the Parc de la Citadelle.
FOOD AND DRINK
Alsatian cuisine is unsurpassed. In the traditional winstubs taverns of the historic center, be sure to try the combined dish of pork, beef and lamb baeckeoffe. Also, the local sausage knacks are very tasty, as are the local cheeses. Try the coq au Reisling which is a wine rooster and is served with German noodles. Wine will be your best accompaniment. Do not forget to eat handmade chocolates and sweets with cinnamon, while you must taste the crunchy Flammekueche tart.
WHERE TO STAY
The ideal area is the Grande Île, because most of the attractions are located there. Of course, you will decide this depending on your budget. However, if you stay in the historic center, the most important sights will be at your feet.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** For those who want to shop clothes and spend a lot of money, then visit the shops in Rue du Dôme and Rue des Orfèvres.
*** We would suggest the second-hand shops around the Cathedrale Notre Dame, where you will make different types of purchases, such as old dolls, porcelain miniatures of animals and much more.
*** If you have time it is worth taking a walk to the Zoo de l’Orangerie.
*** If you are a wine lover, then take a tour of the Historic Cellar of the Hospices
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is by bike, on foot, by bus or by tram.
CITIES NEAR TO STRASBOURG
Major cities close to Strasbourg are Karlsruhe (81km), Freiburg im Breisgau (88km), Stuttgart (150km), Nancy (160km), Metz (166km), Frankfurt (216km) and Zurich (220km).
