Strasbourg cathedral welcomes around 4 million visitors a year, making it the second most visited church in France after Notre-Dame de Paris. As in many churches in Alsace ... Read more!
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Top 10 Things to See in Strasbourg
Strasbourg has mirrored the changing fortunes of France and Alsace for hundreds of years. Worldly famous for its towering Gothic cathedral, the city is today the seat to the ... Read more!
What do French people celebrate on Europe Day?
“Vive l’Europe!” On Europe Day, 27 states and more than 446 million Europeans (including about 67 million French people) celebrate the European Union on the 9th of May. ... Read more!
Strasbourg Christmas Market: The Discovery Guide
The Strasbourg Christmas Market is the oldest in France and the country’s most famous festive event. Its 300 chalets are spread over several locations across the Grande Île, ... Read more!
Strasbourg German Imperial District: Journey through the Neustadt
I’ve always been captivated by the grandeur of the German Imperial District of Strasbourg, a true embodiment of 19th-century German ambition. This iconic district was created in 1871 ... Read more!
Strasbourg and Europe: History and Anecdotes
Strasbourg and Europe: when a city on the River Rhine calls for reconciliation of the peoples of Europe after the tragic Second World War. In this post, we’ll ... Read more!
Strasbourg Petite France District
In Strasbourg, the Petite France district is arguably the city’s most romantic district, especially at nightfall. A succession of canals along which have been built beautiful half-timbered houses ... Read more!
Discover the Grande Ile: Strasbourg Old Town
The discovery of Strasbourg old town and its picturesque atmosphere is a real enchantment. It is easy to understand the pride the Strasbourgeois feel for their city, given its ... Read more!
Strasbourg History in 8 Key Periods
Exploring Strasbourg History, a city with a heritage spanning over 2,000 years, presents a fascinating challenge. The tapestry of Strasbourg‘s past is woven with myriad stories and anecdotes ... Read more!
Strasbourg Cathedral: discover the Gothic masterpiece!
Attracting around 4 million visitors yearly, Strasbourg Cathedral is the second most-visited cathedral in France after Notre Dame de Paris and well before those of Metz, Reims and Chartres. ... Read more!
Strasbourg, Alsace
Strasbourg is the capital of Alsace and is located on the left bank of the Rhine River, in France’s northeast. With a population of more than 470,000, it is ... Read more!
