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Destinations / France

Strasbourg

Half timbered canals and a soaring Gothic cathedral

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292,000Population
855,000Metro area
French, German (Alsatian dialect)Language
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3 daysIdeal stay
$150-230Typical day

Strasbourg is the capital of Alsace and home of the European Parliament. It suits couples, families and history fans. Its Gothic cathedral and canal-side Petite France are the highlights. It is famous for Christmas markets and Alsatian food.

Where to start

Top 10 things to do

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  1. A huge Gothic cathedral of pink sandstone with an astronomical clock. The spire was once the tallest in the world.

    1 to 2 hoursTime needed
    FreeCost
    noBook ahead

    Entry is free; the tower and clock cost a bit.

    Tip. Check the clock show time.
    Official siteSee on the map

  2. A canal district of half timbered houses, bridges and locks, with restaurants on every corner.

    1 to 2 hoursTime needed
    FreeCost
    noBook ahead

    Free.

    Tip. Visit early for photos.
    See on the map

  3. A set of bridges and towers with a rooftop terrace on a dam that gives views.

    1 hourTime needed
    FreeCost
    noBook ahead

    Free.

    Tip. The terrace is free.
    See on the map

  4. The central square and the old island of the city, ringed by the river Ill.

    1 hourTime needed
    FreeCost
    noBook ahead

    Free.

    Tip. Great for a coffee break.
    See on the map

  5. A grand baroque palace housing three museums, including fine arts and decorative arts.

    2 hoursTime needed
    about $7-10Cost
    noBook ahead

    Rough price.

    Tip. Closed on Tuesdays.
    Official siteSee on the map

  6. A boat ride through canals and past the Parliament, with commentary.

    1 hourTime needed
    about $15-20Cost
    recommendedBook ahead

    Rough 2026 price.

    Tip. Choose a ride at dusk.
    See on the map

  7. A pretty park with a pavilion, a small zoo and storks.

    1 to 2 hoursTime needed
    FreeCost
    noBook ahead

    Free.

    Tip. Good for families.
    See on the map

  8. The seat of the EU Parliament, with a visitor centre. Tours are free when it is not in session.

    1 to 2 hoursTime needed
    FreeCost
    yesBook ahead

    Free visits by booking.

    Tip. Book ahead and bring a passport.
    Official siteSee on the map

  9. A storybook town with canals, colourful houses and wine culture.

    Full dayTime needed
    FreeCost
    noBook ahead

    Walking is free.

    Tip. Train takes about 35 minutes.
    See on the map

  10. A string of vineyard villages, such as Riquewihr, with tastings.

    Full dayTime needed
    recommendedBook ahead

    Tastings cost extra.

    Tip. Join a tour or hire a car; about 1 hour.
    See on the map
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Strasbourg in three days

Day one is the old town, day two is museums, park and Parliament, day three is Colmar.

  1. Strasbourg Cathedral1 to 2 hours · Free
  2. Place Kléber and Grande-Île1 hour · Free
  3. Petite France1 to 2 hours · Free
  4. Ponts Couverts and Barrage Vauban1 hour · Free
  5. Ill River Boat Tour1 hour · about $15-20
  6. Palais Rohan2 hours · about $7-10
  7. Parc de l'Orangerie1 to 2 hours · Free
  8. European Parliament1 to 2 hours · Free
  9. ColmarFull day · Free
Beyond the city

Day trips

Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

A reconstructed medieval castle on a hill.

34 mi · Train and bus or drive, about 1 hour

Obernai

A charming wine town.

19 mi · Train, about 30 minutes

Baden-Baden

A German spa town across the border.

37 mi · Train, about 1 hour

Colmar

Charming Alsatian town featuring Little Venice canals, half-timbered houses, and the Unterlinden Museum's Isenheim Altarpiece.

43 mi · Direct TER regional train from Strasbourg Central in 30 minutes.

Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg

A fortified medieval mountain castle perched on a rocky spur overlooking the Upper Rhine Plain and Black Forest.

34 mi · TER train to Sélestat in 20 minutes, then the seasonal shuttle bus line 500.

Alsace Wine Route (Riquewihr and Ribeauvillé)

Fairytale fortified wine villages surrounded by Grand Cru Riesling and Gewürztraminer vineyards.

40 mi · TER train to Colmar or Sélestat followed by regional bus lines or guided wine tour.

Plan your dates

Weather and seasons

Best: May to June, September, and late November to December. Pleasant weather, and Christmas markets in winter.

Busy and priceyShoulderQuiet and cheaper

Temperature

Daily high and average, by month

32°50°68°86°104°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecDaily highAverage

Rain

Typical inches per month

0.00.81.62.43.13.9JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

January

39°F
Typical daily high
Average33°F
Rain2.2 in
About7 rainy days
Sun strength1.0 kWh/m²

Quiet season. Lower prices, fewer crowds.

Climate normals: NASA POWER (public domain). For your own dates, a trip's Plan tab shows the forecast and the usual weather.

Main events

Nov

Christkindelsmärik

Late November to December 24

Famous Christmas market.

Jun

Fête de la Musique

June 21

Free music.

Sep

Festival Musica

September to October

A contemporary music festival.

Jun

Strasbourg Music Festival (Festival de Musique)

June

Prestigious classical music festival hosting international symphonies and chamber ensembles in the Cathedral and Palais Rohan.

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Know before you go

At a glance

4/5
Safety

France's official advice is increased vigilance; the Christmas markets have strong security.

5/5
Walkability

The old centre is compact, flat and largely pedestrian.

5/5
Public transport

Trams and buses run by CTS are frequent, and you can pay by app or ticket.

Pick your base

Where to stay

The neighborhoods that suit most first visits.

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1. Grande-Île

$$$

Best for: first-timers

Central and picturesque.

2. Petite France

$$$

Best for: couples

Quaint canals.

3. Near the station

$$

Best for: budget

Handy for trains.

4. Neustadt

$$

Best for: quiet stays

Grand buildings and calm streets.

5. Krutenau

$$

Best for: youth, foodies, nightlife fans

Historic former boatmen's quarter near universities, filled with lively craft bars, bistros, and bakeries.

Getting there and around

Main airportStrasbourg Airport (SXB), 7 mi from the center
To the centerTake the train to the main station, about 10 minutes.
Around townWalk or use the tram. Bikes are popular.
Ride appsUber, Taxi, Bolt
Taste it

What to eat

Tarte flambée

A thin pizza like tart with cream and bacon.

Choucroute

Sauerkraut with sausages.

Baeckeoffe

A slow cooked meat and potato casserole.

Kougelhopf

A ring shaped cake.

Kouglof

Traditional Alsatian fluted brioche cake baked with raisins soaked in kirsch schnapps and topped with whole almonds.

Good to know

PlugsType C and E, 230 V
Tap waterSafe to drink
TippingService is included; round up if you like.
PaymentsCards are widely accepted.
EtiquetteGreet with bonjour; be calm in churches.
  • Book Christmas market hotels months ahead.
  • The cathedral clock show runs at set times.
  • Museums often close on Tuesday.
  • Border trips to Germany are easy.
  • Alsace wines are mostly white.
  • Strasbourg Cathedral was the tallest building in the world from 1647 to 1874, standing 142 meters high.
  • The astronomical clock inside Strasbourg Cathedral stages a mechanized procession of the Apostles every day at exactly 12:30 PM.
  • Strasbourg is France's premier cycling city; over 600 kilometers of separated cycle tracks crisscross the metropolitan area.

A short history

Strasbourg grew on the Rhine as a Roman camp and later became a free imperial city. The area switched between France and Germany several times. After World War II it became a symbol of reconciliation. The Grande-Île is a UNESCO site.

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