Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace region in northeastern France, situated along the Rhine River. The city features the Gothic Cathedral of Notre-Dame and half-timbered medieval buildings in the charming old town. Visitors typically stroll through the picturesque streets, explore the European Parliament area, and visit museums housed in historic structures.
Strasbourg is the capital of the Bas-Rhin department and the Alsace region, located in northeastern France on the western bank of the Rhine River bordering Germany. As the formal seat of the European Parliament and the Council of Europe, it holds a unique dual identity as both a deeply rooted Alsatian city and a symbol of European integration. The historic Grande Ile was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, and the wider Neustadt extension received the same recognition in 2017.
Strasbourg | Alsace | Northeastern France | UNESCO World Heritage | European Parliament Seat | Franco-German Border City | Cathedral City | Wine and Gastronomy Destination
