{"id":25403,"date":"2025-05-07T06:35:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T04:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myhome.at\/?p=25403"},"modified":"2025-04-11T16:59:43","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T14:59:43","slug":"travel-series-part-6-on-the-road-in-strasbourg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myhome.at\/en\/travel-series-part-6-on-the-road-in-strasbourg\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel series, part 6: On the road in… Strasbourg"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, nestled between the Rhine and the Vosges mountains, is the perfect destination for anyone who appreciates culture, history and French savoir-vivre. With its winding alleyways, half-timbered houses and a cuisine characterized by French and German influences, the city near the Franco-German border offers the perfect backdrop for a weekend full of enjoyment and discovery. <\/em><\/p>\n\n

What makes this city of 300,000 inhabitants – the eighth largest in France – so special? Quite simply, Strasbourg combines historical flair with contemporary luxury. The most famous district, the Grande \u00cele, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a paradise for anyone with a penchant for romantic half-timbered houses. A stroll through the picturesque La Petite France, once the district of tanners, millers and fishermen, feels like a journey back in time. <\/p>\n\n

Those who love contemporary design, on the other hand, will find what they are looking for in the European Quarter, where modern architectural icons such as the European Parliament dominate the scene. Strasbourg offers accommodation to suit every taste, from charming guesthouses in half-timbered houses to luxurious design hotels. <\/p>\n\n

The 3 top hotels:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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  1. H\u00f4tel Cour du Corbeau<\/strong>: A magnificent boutique hotel with 63 rooms and a romantic courtyard. The hotel is spread across ten half-timbered houses, the oldest of which dates back to the 16th century. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Pavillon R\u00e9gent Petite France<\/strong>: Centrally located in the heart of the La Petite France district, it has 75 rooms with a modern flair in a historic setting. A spa area also invites you to relax. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Maison Rouge<\/strong>: The “Red House” is the oldest hotel in the city – it was built in 1387.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n

    Historical highlights – Strasbourg in fast motion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

    Strasbourg is a place where past and present blend harmoniously. With an eventful past that ranges from Roman roots to a central role in the heart of Europe, the city invites you to discover its many facets. The famous architect Johann (Jean)<\/em>Meister Erwin von Steinbach<\/em>, who is regarded as one of the main architects of Strasbourg Cathedral and whose vision shaped the Gothic masterpiece for generations, is particularly influential on the cityscape. Three places you should not miss: <\/p>\n\n