5 Days in Strasbourg: The Complete Experience Itinerary
An immersive, unhurried exploration that ventures well beyond the typical tourist paths. Over five days, you will uncover hidden historical oddities, explore vast green spaces crossing international borders, and absorb the city's vibrant modern culture. This itinerary allows you to truly sync with the local rhythm, mixing world class attractions with quiet, atmospheric discoveries. It is perfect for the curious traveller wanting a deep connection with the region.
1 The Historic Island Core
- MORNING
Cathedral of Our Lady
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1015, making it 1011 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Classified Historical Monument
- Architectural Styles
- GothicRomanesque
- Architects
- Claus De LohreConrat SeyferErwin Von SteinbachGustave KlotzHans Meiger Von WerdeJacob Von LandshutJohannes GerlachJohannes HültzJohannes Von SteinbachJost DotzingerKonrad VogtLorentz De VendenheimMatthäus EnsingerMaître KonradMichael ParlerUlrich Ensingen
WEB & AMENITIES
- MORNING
Kammerzell House
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ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Monument Historique Inscrit
- Architectural Styles
- Renaissance
WEB & AMENITIES
- EVENING
Vauban Dam
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1680, making it 346 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Monument Historique Inscrit
- Architects
- Sébastien Le Prestre De Vauban
2 Art, Culture and Riverside charm
- MORNING
Rohan Palace
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1742, making it 284 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Classified Historical Monument
- Architectural Styles
- Baroque
- Architects
- Robert De Cotte
WEB & AMENITIES
- AFTERNOON
Museum of the Cathedral's Foundation
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1931, making it 95 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 26,475 (2021)
WEB & AMENITIES
- AFTERNOON
St Thomas Church
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1196, making it 830 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Classified Historical Monument
- Architectural Styles
- Gothic
3 Imperial Grandeur and Modern Diplomacy
- MORNING
Municipal Baths
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1908, making it 118 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Classified Historical Monument
WEB & AMENITIES
FacilitiesBassin Ludique De Natation - AFTERNOON
Orangerie Park
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ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Classified Historical MonumentMonument Historique Inscrit
- EVENING
European Parliament
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1970, making it 56 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architects
- Henry Bernard
4 Modern Art and Subterranean Secrets
- MORNING
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1973, making it 53 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 86,859 (2021)
- Exhibition Items
- 18,274
WEB & AMENITIES
5 Borders, Oddities and Rivers
- EVENING
Mimram Footbridge
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 2004, making it 22 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architects
- Marc Mimram
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