La beautiful city of Strasbourg is located in France and belongs to the historical region of Alsace. Due to its location, it is a city that has been very important as a communications center. It has the second largest port on the Rhine River, which is the busiest in the world.
This city is a cultural, historical and student center. The historic center has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is a city that has places of great interest, such as its cathedral, making it an ideal destination for a getaway.
Strasbourg Cathedral
La Notre-Dame de Strasbourg cathedral It is in the Gothic style and its history began in the 142th century, although it was built on an old Romanesque cathedral from the XNUMXth century. Its main facade is one of the most ornate elements, which fully reflects this Gothic style. The bell tower stands out with its XNUMX meters high. Inside the cathedral stands out its pulpit in flamboyant gothic style, the central rose window and the organ. This cathedral is in the historic center
La Petite France
This area is one of the most beautiful and charming in the entire city. When we arrive at La Petite France, it seems that we are entering a story. Their beautiful and historic houses have the typical half-timbered of the Rhenish style of the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries. Formerly these were the residences of the city's guilds, but today it is an area where hotels and restaurants are found, since it is a very touristy space and appreciated by visitors. It is bordered by the Saint Martin Bridge and the Covered Bridges, as it is next to the canals of the tributaries of the Rhine. You have to walk through its small cobbled streets, go through the bridges and have a snack in the Benjamin Zix Square.
House Kammerzell
This Gothic-style building is named after its owner in the XNUMXth century, although its appearance is due to a previous owner, cheese maker Braun. Of XNUMXth century only the lower part is preserved, and the upper part is from the XNUMXth century. It stands out for its facade with decorative motifs that are inspired by the Bible, the Middle Ages and the Greco-Roman world. Today it houses a well-known hotel-restaurant.
Rohan Palace
This palace was the former residence of prince-bishops and cardinals. It was built during the XNUMXth century, inspired by the model of Parisian palaces. Its interior is very elegant, with many decorative details. At present it can be visited because inside it houses the Museum of Fine Arts, the Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Decorative Arts.
Vauban Dam
A few meters from the Covered Bridges is the Vauban Dam, which was intended to flood the south of the city if necessary. This ancient dam it was built in the seventeenth century and today it is a common place of visit, located near the Petite France. At its top there is a panoramic terrace to enjoy the views of the city and inside you can see some sculptures. It is mandatory to go to see it at night, since it is illuminated.
Covered bridges
The Covered Bridges delimit Petite France and although the roof they had disappeared in the eighteenth century, they still retain this name. In principle, the construction was part of the defensive structure of the city, with covered galleries to serve as views from which to watch. Today you can walk on this bridge, which is close to the Vauban Dam.
Kléber Square
This is the Strasbourg main city square, located in its historic center, in the so-called Great Island of Strasbourg. The square takes the name of Jean Baptiste Kléber, an important military general, of whom there is a statue in said square. In this area, the Aubette building stands out, which houses an important shopping center. If we visit this city during Christmas, we will be surprised by the light show and the tree that is placed in this square.
Parc de l'Orangerie
This is the oldest park in town and it has play areas for children, a mini-farm, a zoo, a vintage car circuit and storks. At the lake you can enjoy a beautiful romantic waterfall and a canoe ride. The Joséphine pavilion hosts various events and happenings. There is also the Bowling Alley with a terrace and the Buerehiesel house, which is a gastronomic restaurant.
Alsatian Museum
This is an interesting Popular art museum located in residences in Strasbourg. In the museum you can see what the traditional life of Strasbourg was like, so it is interesting for tourists, since they can learn more about its history and culture.