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Strasbourg City Guide

overall city rating 75%

Home to a number of important European institutions, including the European Parliament, Strasbourg can be found in Alsace, which is a region in the north-eastern part of France. The city covers an area in excess of 30 square miles and sports a population of around 300,000 people. Close to the German border, Strasbourg stands on the Ill River. Strasbourg’s Cathedral of Our Lady is a Gothic masterpiece and boasts an impressive astronomical clock, and is one of the city’s main attractions. Another sight that shouldn’t be missed is the Ponts Couverts, a medieval bridge with four towers. Check out Place Kléber too, as it’s the city’s biggest and most important square. For a little green, head to the Parc de l’Orangerie, a beautiful open park area complete with a small zoo. Museums and art galleries are well represented in Strasbourg too, with the Musée des Beaux-Arts and the Musée Alsacien being two of the more popular. Culturally, the city has plenty to offer in terms of nightlife and it is home to the Philharmonique de Strasbourg, one of the oldest orchestras of its kind in this part of the world. Don’t worry if you’re looking for something a bit more casual though, as the city also hosts a large number of bars offering a wide variety of local brews.

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  • killanigia from Ireland has 192 reviews killanigia says:

    Mightily impressed with Strasbourg as a weekend destination break. Has exceeded my expectations. Went for the Christmas Markets this year which is a special time to visit. The old-world charm of the city under Christmas lights cannot fail to bring out the Christmas spirit. Will definitely… more

    Posted: on Dec 1, 2008 |

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  • anonymous reviewanonymous says:

    Strasbourg is a beautiful city in general but during the christmas markets it really is special. The cold weather together with all the beautiful lighting and decorations around Strasbourg at this time make it feel like the perfect christmas. The markets have some amazing presents and sell… more

    Posted: on Oct 18, 2008 |

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  • bnwar from USA has 3 reviews bnwar says:

    This is the BEST facility I have ever stayed in! You get more than your money\'s worth here. Very Very clean. Just a few minutes walk away from the city center. Very safe neighborhood and facility. Slept like a baby; my friends and I stayed on a Friday nite til Saturday morning! The… more

    Posted: on Nov 23, 2007 |

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