Hello guys! How are you?! It’s been such a long time! I’m gonna start by apologizing to you cause you haven’t got your January article. So sorry about that but no worries HERE I AM NOW! Did you spend a nice month? I certainly hope so! For my part, it was…cold, cold and…yeah, freezing COLD. No, i’m not complaining…not at all.
Anyway, let’s get back on track and here’s to a new article! This time, you’ll be traveling with me to lovely Strasbourg (France) where I’m currently living. It’s one my favorite city (yeah I know I’m kinda biased!). You have no idea where that is ? Don’t you worry, I’ll be your devoted guide. Don’t be shy, follow me!Ā
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Located right next to Germany, Strasbourg is the capital and the largest city of the Grand Est region of France. I’m ashamed to say that many people still think Strasbourg is in Germany or that we all speak German fluently. Answer : NO, we don’t. You got your bag? Your camera? All set? Let’s go!
The first stop is without any doubt the cathedral. The Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg is the sixth-tallest church in the world with its 142 metres (466 feet). If it’s impressive from the ground, you absolutely need to climb up those 332 steps (!!) because damn that view is pretty, don’t you think? Little tip : the entrance is free every first sunday is the month.
You’ll be tired after all those stairs but I bet you’ll have spot that major gothic church. Let me introduce you to St. Paul Church. I mean, look at that design! It feels like we jumped right into a fairy tale or something.
Strasbourg’s historic city centre, the Grande ĆleĀ (Grand Island), was classified a World Heritage site by UNESCOĀ in 1988, the first time such an honour was placed on an entire city centre. The cutest disctrict is definitely the Petite France. With its timber-framed houses, you’ll enjoy just walking alongside the IllĀ and taking pictures.
To end your lovely visit, I advise you to take a boat trip on the Ill, western tributary of the Rhine. A great way to put your sore feet to rest and enjoy all those monuments you still haven’t had a chance to see likeĀ the European institutions (European Parliament, Consil of Europe…) and a breathtaking panorama from the Barrage VaubanĀ with the medieval bridge Ponts CouvertsĀ in the foreground and the cathedralĀ in the distance. No picture here, you will just have to see it for yourself!
? WHAT’S NOT TO MISS?
- PARKS : The Two Shores Garden.Ā Symbolizing the friendship between France and Germany, this park is great for a nice picnic. The park of the Orangerie is also a perfect place to relax with flowers everywhere and a lake for boating.
- FOOD : Let’s talk about food! TheĀ Pied du Mammouth Burger (In English, The Mammoth’s Foot. Pretty fun name, isn’t it?!) If you’re fond of burgers, you should make a stop here. Made with fresh ingredients, those burgers will make your tummy SO happy. For the sweet tooths out there, devour pretty rose-shaped ice creams at Amorino or drink yummy, organic and handmade hot chocolates at Gagao.
- XMAS :Ā If you don’t fear the crowd, you should come by during Xmas. The city is magical with dĆ©corations and lights everywhere, little xmas houses full of typical food and crafts and that gigantic tree you can’t miss inĀ Place KlĆ©ber.
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As soon as I get that agoraphobia kicked out, I’m coming to see you š
Haha yeees! If you avoid christmas time, you should be fine ??
I hibernate around Christmas so it’s okay xD
As everyone should! ?
Oh yes!! xD
Oh, wow! It looks like your trip was awesome! And those pics are amazing. <3
I actually live there but thanks! ?
*smacks head* This is why my brain needs to actually pay attention to what I read. š
Haha don’t you worry! ?
This may seem like a silly question, but is France typically cloudy like the UK is? I’ve never traveled and want to know about all of these beautiful places.
There is no silly question ? It really depends. The South is more sunny with really windy places. It rains a lot in the North, the weather is actually a lot like in the UK. In Strasbourg, it gets really cold during Winter with snow and everything (-10Ā° C just a few weeks ago) and really hot during Summer, sometimes more than 35Ā° C!
Oh this is a brilliant post Nyx, and wow Strasbourg looks amazing! Your photos are so beautiful I literally want to hop on a plane right this second and experience the city for myself! <3 š
Great post! š
Thank you so much Beth! ?? You’re more than welcome here, I’ll be your guide ?
That would be great. I’ll certainly keep that in mind in case I ever find myself in Strasbourg! š
Awesome! ??
ahh this is a lovely post!! I’ve been to Strasbourg- but such a long time ago I don’t remember much about it- I’d love to go back!!
Thank you! ? You really should, I bet you haven’t seen everything yet ?
Ah yes definitely!!
I am agog. These photos are fabulous. Thank you for sharing, Marie.
I’m Nyx, Marie’s sister, taking over the blog once per month, but thank you! ?
Oops! Sorry Nyx. Nice to meet you. Thanks for sharing. ~Icky.
No worries! ?
Gorgeous pictures!!!
Thanks! ?
We loved Strausborg and I’ve been there twice. Dijon is also wonderful. It’s in my blog..
Glad you liked it! Yes, I’ve been there too ? Thanks for passing by ?