Forêt Noire Travel Guide
Strasbourg
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Popular places to visit
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.
Botanical Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Strasbourg. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Train Station Square
You can find out about the history of Strasbourg with a stop at Train Station Square. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Christmas Market
During your visit to Carre d'Or, you can do some window-shopping at Strasbourg Christmas Market. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Carre d'Or with a stop at Strasbourg Cathedral. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.
Parc de l'Orangerie
After visiting Parc de l'Orangerie, 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.
Top hotels in Forêt Noire
Hotel Hannong
The hotel is in a great location. Just a 5 minute walk to Petite France and 10 minutes from the train station. The staff was excellent and made many great recommendations. The breakfast was delicious with a great variety of selections.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ClapClap Hôtel Strasbourg
Excellent staff and accommodation
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hôtel & Spa RÉGENT PETITE FRANCE By Stay Collection
Great services and accommodations. Very convenient right at the heart of the Strasbourg old town.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
Really great attitude throughout all the staff. Super nice and super helpful. Lovely place to stay, excellently located.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
Clean room, staff friendly. air conditioning didn’t work much, minimum it hot was 24C… Good breakfast, but for being France i expected more. Where are the fromage options? They don’t mention within the Expedia app that the pool is closed for kids at 5pm.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
City Residence Access Strasbourg
Room had an odor like old drains which did not go away despite use. Airing the room out helped a little. Bed was both too soft and too firm, my hips and shoulders are very sore. Walls outside were relatively soundproof, but things happening in the corridor sounded like they were in my room. Otherwise, ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forêt Noire
Orangerie
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Orangerie. Palace of Europe and Botanical Gardens 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
Appreciated for its cafes and parks, you might consider exploring Esplanade. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Vauban Stadium, and jump on the metro at Esplanade Tram Station or Observatoire Tram Station to get around the city.
Krutenau
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Krutenau. Austerlitz Square 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.
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.
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.
