Overview of Strasbourg

Overview of Strasbourg

Both the departmental and regional prefecture, Strasbourg boasts a stunning city centre that is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city is renowned for its Christmas markets and is home to one of the two European Parliaments.

Key Facts

• Type of place: main city.

• Tourist interest: ★★★★ (must-see or highly recommended).

• Location:

• Latitude/longitude:

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : 17784.

• Population: 276,170 inhabitants and around 760,000 for the metropolitan area (2014).

• Area: 78.26 km².

• Density: 3,529 inhabitants/km².

• Altitude: from 132 to 151 m.

Tourism

Essentials for Travel

• Tourist interest: ★★★★ (must-see or highly recommended).

• Backpacker daily budget:

• Best for accommodation:

• Best for getting around:

• Best time for climate/crowds/prices:

• Website: http://www.otstrasbourg.fr

Additional Information