What to do in Strasbourg in winter?

Discover exclusively the activities not to be missed during the winter period in the Strasbourg region

Stroll through the Christmas market

36 minutes on foot and 20 minutes by public transport from the hotel

What would Strasbourg be without its famous Christmas market? If you are in the area before the end of the year, it is a must-see.

The enchantment, the crafts, the delicacies of the region and the good mood of the merchants make this market one of the most beautiful in France. In addition, illuminations and shows animate the streets from November to enjoy every moment with the people you love.

Don't forget to immortalize your visit in front of the big tree on the square or near one of the decorated chalets.

Practical information

During the Christmas market period, the Grande île of Strasbourg is pedestrian.
Bicycle routes are provided on the market.
The Strasbourg Christmas market always takes place the month before Christmas Eve

Visit the Notre-Dame de Strasbourg Cathedral

16 minutes by foot and 11 minutes by public transportation from the hotel

Explore one of the city's masterpieces of Gothic art: Strasbourg's cathedral.

The facades are so full of detail that you'll be hard pressed to see it all in one visit.

Inside, your eyes will rest on many treasures:

The pillar of the angels;
The gothic organ;
The Romanesque stained glass windows dating from the 12th and 14th centuries;
The astronomical clock...

Take the height thanks to the platform of the cathedral. Up there, admire an exceptional panorama on the roofs of Strasbourg, the Vosges or the Black Forest.

Practical information

Access to the cathedral is free during the hours open to the public: from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 am to 11:15 am and from 12:45 pm to 5:45 pm and on Sundays and holidays from 2 pm to 5:15 pm.
Masses can be attended.

Have your head in the stars at the Strasbourg observatory

33 minutes on foot and 17 minutes by public transport from the hotel

Take to the stars at this observatory in the heart of the city's Botanical Gardens.

There's a museum inside to show you all about space with an incredible view of the dome. Children and adults alike will have stars in their eyes from the beginning to the end of the visit.