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Strasbourg The guide was updated: 2024-09-17

With the tiny rivers and narrow alleys, extraordinarily varied architecture, and the poetry which emerges from the magnificent historical centre, the Alsatian capital is simply delightful. A rich cuisine, a plentiful cultural life, and a position in the heart of Europe are also important parts of the city's identity. Both in winter and summer, Strasbourg, which is classified as a world heritage site by the United Nations, is one of France’s most attractive and romantic destinations.

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Population:	City: 290,576 Metropolitan area: 853,110
Currency:	1 Euro = 100 cents
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	Ambulance 15 Police 17 Fire 18 European emergency number 112 SOS doctors Tel: +33 3 88757575
Newspapers:	Les Dernières Nouvelles d’Alsace L’Alsace Saisons d’Alsace Strasbourg magazine Spectacles Bibouille
Website:	www.visitstrasbourg.fr/en
Opening hours:	Shops: Mon-Sat 10am-1pm and 2pm-7pm Supermarkets: Mon-Sat 9am-9pm. Reduced hours or closed Sundays.
Tourist information:	Office du tourisme Place de la Gare, Strasbourg every day from 9am-7pm +33 3 88 522 828

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The historical centre, surrounded by the charming river Ill, is the real marvel of Strasbourg. It comprises the "Petite France," "la place Kléber" and the cathedral area, which are all perfect places for strolling, improving one’s mind, shopping, relaxing outside cafés or even having parties.

Cathédrale Notre Dame

Cathédrale Notre Dame

The pink sandstone cathedral is a marvel both outside and inside. It houses an old astronomical clock and a top platform to gaze at the whole city.

Petite-France

Petite-France

This is the most picturesque and romantic district of Strasbourg. The alleys offer a succession of old half-timbered houses and, thanks to canals, the river Ill gives visitors the feeling of strolling in Venice. Fluvial tours of 70 minutes with explanations in several languages are available.

Ponts Couverts

Ponts Couverts

These three historic bridges and their four stone towers dating back to the 13th century are iconic in Strasbourg. They cross four canals that run through Petite France.

European Institutions

European Institutions

This is one of the major political centres of the European Union, with the Council of Europe, the Palace of Human Rights and the European Parliament all clustered close to the Rhine. Visits are upon reservation only, but even a walk around those huge buildings is worth seeing.

Maison Kammerzell

Maison Kammerzell

Maison Kammerzell has been turned into a restaurant. This house is definitely the most beautiful in Strasbourg thanks to the marvellous sculpted framework ornating the upper floors. The architecture is late Gothic and simply a must to visit.

Le Musée Alsacien

Le Musée Alsacien

Le Musée Alsacien is located in former Strasbourg homes. This museum is a must for discovering Alsatian traditions. The museum gives a great insight of Strasbourg´s art and folk tradition.

Parc de l'Orangerie

Parc de l'Orangerie

This beloved park is located closed to European Parliament building and a popular place among locals and expats alike. Besides being a great place for joggers, children and dog owners the park offers a bowling alley, two restaurants, a town zoo and a small farm.

Mémorial de l’Alsace Moselle

Mémorial de l’Alsace Moselle

This memorial presents the stages in the bloody history of Alsace and Moselle people who changed nationality 4 times between 1870 and 1945. They have free self-guiding tours.

Les Secrets du Chocolat

Les Secrets du Chocolat

Les Secrets du Chocolat is 800 m² entirely devoted to cocoa. One of the best things is that 100 grams of chocolate is offered to each person at the end of the visit.

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