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 shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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.
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 Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Carre d'Or with a stop at Strasbourg Cathedral. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
Place Kléber
You can learn about the history of Carre d'Or with a visit to Place Kléber. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Forêt Noire
The Originals Boutique, Hôtel d'Alsace, Strasbourg Sud
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
The room was spotless and provided a great view. The staff were very accommodating.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Athena Spa
Everything was perfect. Helpful stuff and really nice hotel
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Arok
The soap dispenser is difficult to use if you have arthritis. Was disappointed there was no mini fridge in the room.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Strasbourg Wilson
Nice staff, good location, clean, quiret. Enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Le Grand Hotel
No issues whatsoever, great location for the Christmas markets in Strasbourg, the train station is just across the road and yet it's still quiet. Rooms are a good size with plenty of storage space andbthe breakfast is enough to set you up fof the day. Yes, I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
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.
