Forêt Noire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Forêt Noire
Popular places to visit
Botanical Gardens
Admire thousands of colorful and unusual plant species and walk in the shadow of soaring trees in this peaceful green oasis.
University Palace
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University Palace during your travels in Strasbourg. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Train Station Square
Enjoy views of the impressive futuristic train station from this green, pedestrianized plaza at Strasbourg’s core.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
Strasbourg Christmas Market
During your visit to Strasbourg, you can do some window-shopping at Strasbourg Christmas Market. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
European Parliament
After visiting European Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Strasbourg. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Activities
Private Shopping Tour from Strasbourg to Roppenheim Style Outlets
Gems of Alsace Private Full Day Tour from Strasbourg
Alsace Wine Odyssey: Full-Day Private Tour from Strasbourg
Self-guided scavenger hunt and city game in Strasbourg
Explore Strasbourg’s Art and Culture with a Local
Private Shopping Tour from Strasbourg city to Roppenheim Outlets
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Other neighbourhoods around Forêt Noire
Orangerie
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Orangerie. Parc de l'Orangerie and Palace of Europe are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Universite Tram Station or Gallia Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Esplanade
The cafes and parks are just a few things visitors like about Esplanade. Citadelle Park and Vauban Stadium are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Esplanade Tram Station or Observatoire Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Quartier de la Cathédrale
While you're in Quartier de la Cathédrale, take in top sights like Broglie Square and jump on the metro at Place Broglie Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Krutenau
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Krutenau. Alsatian Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porte de l'Hopital Tram Station or Etoile Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
Contades
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Contades. Top attractions like Strasbourg Convention Centre and European Parliament are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lycee Kleber Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.
European Quarter
You might enjoy the restaurants while in European Quarter. European Parliament is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Parlement Europeen Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.