Strasbourg in the Bas-Rhin is well known for its proximity to Germany. Due to its history between Alsatian France and German culture, it now offers visitors plenty of activities and a unique heritage .
It is not only an emblematic city of the Grand Est, it is also one of the bastions of Europe, housing many institutions, earning it the title of European capital .
With its famous Christmas market, its typical half-timbered houses and its culinary specialties such as Baeckeoffe, sauerkraut and tarte flambée, Strasbourg is worth the detour!
There is no point in running, you have to go and visit on time! And to do it in peace but with a bit of dynamism, the bike is the ideal means of transport.
Strolling through the city means discovering the banks of the Ill, the canals and basins who cross it. You won't miss the remarkable sites like Place Kléber and the Cathedral on the UNESCO-listed Grande Île, the typical Alsatian architecture with its half-timbered houses, the Petite France district, the Citadel, etc.
The city is a testimony to the multiple identity of Strasbourg, between Germanic influences and French traditions. The magic of the buildings and the charm of the small flowery streets will seduce you easily.
By taking the height, you can see many other things! The altitude allows you to discover the city as a whole, but also the surroundings with the Rhine and the vineyards of Alsace .
Obernai, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg… The vines stretch from north to south of Alsace to the delight of wine lovers. If you make a first flight in a helicopter for example, you are doing some sort of wine tourism by observing these hectares of nectar in all their grandeur!
From the sky, you will also not miss this panorama between France and Germany, with in particular a view of the German Black Forest .
Much more extreme, skydiving makes you discover Strasbourg at altitude as well, but with a good dose of adrenaline and sportsmanship .
With a qualified instructor, you get on the plane which takes you up to 3000 or 4000 m altitude. Well harnessed with him, you jump and here you are at more than 200 km/h for a free fall of almost a minute :sensations guaranteed!
It is the descent phase under sail that allows you to observe the panorama . It's magic, you are calm to watch the show. Are you ready to get started?
The sweetness of a trip on the water is not to be excluded when you want to do an activity in Strasbourg. Thanks to the Ill, the many basins and canals that connect the city to the Rhine, you can embark on a cruise along the water .
During a commented guided tour or on a canoe , you have the choice of aquatic style. By canoe or kayak, you can decide to leave for a morning, a day and even for the weekend with a night in a tepee:a change of scenery for sure!
During your walk, you make the descent of the Ill, and you can see the Illwald forest , among other monuments and curiosities of Strasbourg.
We told you, Strasbourg is a bit like the seat of Europe. So what could be more logical than to have fun in a park on this theme. This large amusement park for adults and children is the 2nd most visited in Europe!
The Europa-Park, in Rust, Germany, is only 45 minutes from Strasbourg . Built on nearly 100 hectares, it consists of entertainment and attractions divided into districts named after a European country, such as the Greek or Swiss district.
But it's not just that, the park is also water attractions , and a whole magical dimension with the world of adventure, the Kingdom of Minimoys and the Grimm Enchanted Forest!
Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mustang, Porsche… Who has never dreamed of driving these prestigious cars ? Today, it is possible to treat yourself to a little driving pleasure , and get behind the wheel of one of these luxury GTs.
Advised by an instructor who sits as a co-driver in the car, you can set off on the roads of Alsace and make this wish come true:you are driving a powerful car who throws some 🏎!
During this driving course on the road, speed is not the objective, it is the mastery of driving and the appreciation of high-end equipment intended for sportsmanship. You're going to think you're a star, and you're right!
Strasbourg is appreciated for its past which makes it a multicultural city . Close to Germany, it is an opportunity to discover the towns on the border, but also landscapes such as the Black Forest.
And that's not all:Europe is at the heart of its attractiveness, along with the Rhine which offers perfect cruising solutions for a cruise of a few hours.
In the air, on land or upside down , you can have fun in a thousand ways in the city with its unbeatable typical charm!