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What to See in Strasbourg
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Overview
UNESCO World Heritage
Strasbourg's Grande Île
This is Strasbourg's historic quarter. It is regarded as "a prime example of medieval cities of the past" with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status.
This is Strasbourg's historic quarter. It is regarded as "a prime example of medieval cities of the past" with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status.
Tourist Sites and Areas
Strasbourg's Grande Île
This is Strasbourg's historic quarter. It is regarded as "a prime example of medieval cities of the past" with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status.
This is Strasbourg's historic quarter. It is regarded as "a prime example of medieval cities of the past" with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status.
Neustadt
Also known as the "German Quarter" or "Imperial Quarter". It was built when the city was under German rule between 1871 and 1918 and is often considered the finest example of imperial German architecture and urban planning.
Also known as the "German Quarter" or "Imperial Quarter". It was built when the city was under German rule between 1871 and 1918 and is often considered the finest example of imperial German architecture and urban planning.
Petite France
This is a well-preserved picturesque district in Strasbourg’s historic centre, featuring medieval houses, bridges, and canals where you can take mini-cruises. It’s located on the Grande Île.
This is a well-preserved picturesque district in Strasbourg’s historic centre, featuring medieval houses, bridges, and canals where you can take mini-cruises. It’s located on the Grande Île.
Monuments and Architectural Landmarks
Strasbourg Cathedral
This magnificent Gothic structure was built in the 12th century and was once the tallest in the world, with its 142-meter spire (which still offers a beautiful panorama of the city). Its façade, portal, and interior are all remarkable.
This magnificent Gothic structure was built in the 12th century and was once the tallest in the world, with its 142-meter spire (which still offers a beautiful panorama of the city). Its façade, portal, and interior are all remarkable.
Museums
Vodou Castle
This museum houses the world's largest private collection of Vodou objects from West Africa.
This museum houses the world's largest private collection of Vodou objects from West Africa.
MAMCS
Also known as the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. Built in the late 1990s on the site of the former municipal slaughterhouses, it offers a broad panorama of modern art from the second half of the 19th century to the present day.
Also known as the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. Built in the late 1990s on the site of the former municipal slaughterhouses, it offers a broad panorama of modern art from the second half of the 19th century to the present day.
Alsatian Museum
This is a museum of folk arts and traditions showcasing aspects of Alsatian life from the 17th to the 20th century. Highlights include housing, furniture, everyday objects, ceramics, costumes, religious items, toys, and handicrafts...
This is a museum of folk arts and traditions showcasing aspects of Alsatian life from the 17th to the 20th century. Highlights include housing, furniture, everyday objects, ceramics, costumes, religious items, toys, and handicrafts...
Strasbourg Historical Museum
The museum primarily focuses on the urban, military, and economic history of the city from the Middle Ages onward.
The museum primarily focuses on the urban, military, and economic history of the city from the Middle Ages onward.
Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame
At the foot of the cathedral, which it complements, the museum offers a journey through seven centuries of art in Strasbourg and its region, from the Middle Ages to the end of the Renaissance.
At the foot of the cathedral, which it complements, the museum offers a journey through seven centuries of art in Strasbourg and its region, from the Middle Ages to the end of the Renaissance.
Tomi Ungerer Museum
Or International Centre for Illustration. It houses a significant collection of drawings, sculptures, archives, and toys donated to his hometown by the illustrator Tomi Ungerer.
Or International Centre for Illustration. It houses a significant collection of drawings, sculptures, archives, and toys donated to his hometown by the illustrator Tomi Ungerer.
Zoological Museum
Affiliated with the University, it offers an impressive collection of animals, particularly birds and insects. It is currently under renovation.
Affiliated with the University, it offers an impressive collection of animals, particularly birds and insects. It is currently under renovation.
Palace of Rohan
Located in the city centre, next to the cathedral, this 18th-century building houses three museums: the Museum of Decorative Arts, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Archaeological Museum of the City of Strasbourg.
Located in the city centre, next to the cathedral, this 18th-century building houses three museums: the Museum of Decorative Arts, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Archaeological Museum of the City of Strasbourg.
Parks and Gardens
University of Strasbourg Botanical Garden
Dating from 1619, it is the second oldest in France after the one in Montpellier. It houses the Strasbourg astronomical observatory.
Dating from 1619, it is the second oldest in France after the one in Montpellier. It houses the Strasbourg astronomical observatory.
Garden of Two Banks
This is a cross-border public park between Strasbourg and the German city of Kehl. It spans both sides of the Rhine, connected by a footbridge.
This is a cross-border public park between Strasbourg and the German city of Kehl. It spans both sides of the Rhine, connected by a footbridge.
Orangerie Park
This is the largest green space in the city. Dating from the late 17th century, it is located opposite the Palace of Europe and is popular with walkers.
This is the largest green space in the city. Dating from the late 17th century, it is located opposite the Palace of Europe and is popular with walkers.
Pourtalès Park
This is a 25-hectare park developed around the eponymous château in northeastern Strasbourg. A collection of contemporary sculptures is installed at various points throughout the park.
This is a 25-hectare park developed around the eponymous château in northeastern Strasbourg. A collection of contemporary sculptures is installed at various points throughout the park.
Additional Information
Must-see & highly recommended
Strasbourg's Grande Île
★★★★ This is Strasbourg's historic quarter. It is regarded as "a prime example of medieval cities of the past" with its narrow streets and…
Recommended
Strasbourg Cathedral
★★★ This magnificent Gothic structure was built in the 12th century and was once the tallest in the world, with its 142-meter spire (which…
Petite France (Strasbourg)
★★★ This is a well-preserved picturesque district in Strasbourg’s historic centre, featuring medieval houses, bridges, and canals where…
Worth a look / Other
MAMCS (Strasbourg)
★★ Also known as the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Strasbourg. Built in the late 1990s on the site of the former municipal…
Alsatian Museum (Strasbourg)
★★ This is a museum of folk arts and traditions showcasing aspects of Alsatian life from the 17th to the 20th century. Highlights include…
Neustadt (Strasbourg)
★★ Also known as the "German Quarter" or "Imperial Quarter". It was built when the city was under German rule between 1871 and 1918 and is…
Rohan Palace (Strasbourg)
★★ Located in the city centre, next to the cathedral, this 18th-century building houses three museums: the Museum of Decorative Arts, the…
Orangerie Park
★★ This is the largest green space in the city. Dating from the late 17th century, it is located opposite the Palace of Europe and is popular…
Vodou Castle
★ This museum houses the world's largest private collection of Vodou objects from West Africa.
University of Strasbourg Botanical Garden
★ Dating from 1619, it is the second oldest in France after the one in Montpellier. It houses the Strasbourg astronomical observatory.
Garden of Two Banks
★ This is a cross-border public park between Strasbourg and the German city of Kehl. It spans both sides of the Rhine, connected by a…
Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame
★ At the foot of the cathedral, which it complements, the museum offers a journey through seven centuries of art in Strasbourg and its…
Strasbourg Historical Museum
★ The museum primarily focuses on the urban, military, and economic history of the city from the Middle Ages onward.
Tomi Ungerer Museum
★ Or International Centre for Illustration. It houses a significant collection of drawings, sculptures, archives, and toys donated to his…
Zoological Museum (Strasbourg)
★ Affiliated with the University, it offers an impressive collection of animals, particularly birds and insects. It is currently under…
Pourtalès Park
★ This is a 25-hectare park developed around the eponymous château in northeastern Strasbourg. A collection of contemporary sculptures is…
- Strasbourg's Grande Île
- MAMCS (Strasbourg)
- Strasbourg Historical Museum
- Alsatian Museum (Strasbourg)
- Rohan Palace (Strasbourg)
- Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame
- Zoological Museum (Strasbourg)
- Tomi Ungerer Museum
- Vodou Castle
- Strasbourg Cathedral
- Petite France (Strasbourg)
- Neustadt (Strasbourg)
- Orangerie Park
- Pourtalès Park
- Garden of Two Banks
- University of Strasbourg Botanical Garden