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Strasbourg Travel Guide

Strasbourg is a hub of activity, as host to the European Council and a thriving border city. It sits across the Rhine River from Germany, boasts one of the world's most stunning cathedrals and its Petite France neighborhood is right out of a fairy tale. Find out about the city's top sites, best accomodations and food finds.

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Strasbourg Travel Guide: Where France and Germany Collide
Strasbourg is the ultimate European city. It has flavors of both France and Germany, and sits right on the border of the two countries. It's picturesque "la Petite France" neighborhood looks like something straight out of a fairy tale book. The home of the European Parliament, this often-overlooked destination hosts France's oldest Christmas market and features a stunning cathedral. Find out about visiting wonderful Strasbourg.

Bordering On Heaven
Situated in the epicenter of Europe, France's border regions tempt with often-overlooked delights. The Alsace region borders Germany, and the food and architecture reflect that.

Strasbourg Online
This is a very thorough an informative site on this bustling Alsatian city. Find out about the city's history, dining, shopping and destinations nearby. It also features a map of the city and visitors can search for lodging.

Tourist Information On Strasbourg
This site includes information on accomodations, the city's history, restaurants, weather and nightlife.

Strasbourg Cathedral
This is the official site for the cathedral. It includes opening times and listings for services. Find out about the Astronomical Clock, which puts on an elaborate show each day. The site includes ticket prices and details on how to buy tickets.

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Strasbourg Area Guide
Find out about the city's history, the best places to dine and where to stay. This guide includes a three-day weather forecast and detailed listings for shopping, attractions and major events.

Strasbourg Info
Find out about the city's attractions and book your hotel online.

Baden Baden
During your visit to Strasbourg, take a day-trip into Germany and experience the ancient spa town of Baden Baden (literally translated, it means Bath Bath). About a 45-minute train ride away, a visit to the thermal spas is relatively inexpensive and one of Europe's oldest casinos is there.

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