Best Attractions in Strasbourg

We've curated a list of 5 iconic landmarks and must-see sites. To experience them all properly, you'll need about 10 hours of exploration time.

MUST SEE 1h

Covered Bridges of Strasbourg
Ponts Couverts

Standing proudly at the entrance to the historic Petite France quarter, the Covered Bridges offer one of the most enchanting vistas in Strasbourg. Despite losing their original wooden roofs over two centuries ago, these impressive structures retain their romantic name and rich defensive heritage. Three stone arch bridges span the arms of the River Ill, punctuated by four imposing medieval fortification towers that once guarded the medieval city. Walking across these Rhine-cobbled pathways gives visitors sweeping views of timber-framed houses and the nearby Vauban Dam. It is an ideal location to capture memorable photographs and admire centuries of Alsatian engineering. A visit here offers a memorable connection to the defensive origins of this remarkable border city.

Did you know?

Despite being known as the Covered Bridges, the walkways have not had roofs since 1784.
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MUST SEE 3h

Palais Rohan

Standing right next to the magnificent Strasbourg Cathedral, Palais Rohan is a sparkling jewel of 18th century French Baroque architecture. Once the lavish residence of prince bishops and cardinals, this sprawling palace now houses three of the finest museums in the city, covering archaeology, decorative arts, and fine arts. Walking through its grand courtyard and lavishly furnished royal apartments offers an effortless leap back into an era of French splendour. You can admire centuries of European masterworks, marvel at ancient Roman artefacts underground, or simply soak up the opulent atmosphere where kings and emperors once slept. It is an unmissable destination for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by royal heritage.

Did you know?

A severe fire broke out in 1947 when workmen used welding torches to dry out damp walls left exposed by wartime bomb damage.
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MUST SEE 3h

Petite France

Step into a postcard fairy tale as you wander through Petite France, the most scenic historic quarter of Strasbourg. Located on the western tip of the Grande Île, this enchanted neighbourhood is laced with peaceful canals, vibrant half-timbered houses, and cobblestone lanes overflowing with flowers. Once an industrial hub of tanners, millers, and fishermen, today it offers a magical riverside atmosphere filled with traditional Alsatian winstubs and charming waterfront cafés. You can watch the unique turning bridge open for sightseeing boats, marvel at medieval defensive towers, or simply soak in centuries of rich Franco-German heritage. A stroll through these romantic alleyways is an indispensable highlight of any visit to Alsace.

Did you know?

Petite France sits on a river delta where the Ill splits into five separate channels, forming a natural moat system utilized since Roman times.
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