Castles and fortresses in Strasbourg surroundings

Q: What architectural styles are represented in the historic buildings of Strasbourg?

The Gothic style dominates Notre Dame Cathedral (1439), while the Rogan Palace combines baroque and eighteenth-century classicism. In the quarter of Little France preserved samples of Alsatian half-timbered with characteristic inclined beams. Of particular interest are the neo-Gothic buildings on Kleber Square, built after the Franco-Prussian War.

Q: Where to go in Strasbourg with children – interesting places for family holidays?

The University of Strasbourg Planetarium has been offering interactive space programs since the 1930s. The Museum of Zoology holds a collection of 1.5 million exhibits, including skeletons of extinct animals. Walking along the banks of the canals of Petit France with its lifting bridges of the XVI century will attract children of any age.

Q: Where in Strasbourg to take beautiful photos - the best photo zones?

The view of the roofs of Little France from the St. Martin Bridge is a classic angle, captured by artists from the time of romanticism. Inside the Cathedral of Notre-Dame especially photogenic "Angel pillar" of the XIII century and stained glass with biblical subjects. Gutenberg Square with a monument to the first printer of the XV century is ideal for pictures in retro style.

Q: What little-known sights of Strasbourg are worth seeing?

The Pfennigsturm Tower of the XIV century is the only surviving structure of 80 towers of medieval fortifications. In the church of Saint Thomas is kept the mausoleum of Marshal of Saxony by Jean-Baptiste Pigal. The Deer Pharmacy on Grand Rue is the oldest functioning pharmacy in France, founded in 1268.

Q: What legends are associated with Strasbourg Cathedral?

According to legend, the construction of Notre-Dame Cathedral was accompanied by the intervention of the devil - his trace allegedly remained on a stone near the northern portal. Stained glass "Imperial cycle" of the XIII century was considered a miracle of technology - their creation was attributed to the help of angels. The legendary architect Erwin von Steinbach, who led the construction in 1277-1318, allegedly concluded a contract with the dark forces.

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Bernstein Castle

Bernstein Castle is a ruined castle located in Dambach la Ville, France, at an altitude of 557 meters. The castle originally belon …

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Greifenstein Castle

Greifenstein is the ruins of a once luxurious castle located in the French city of Saverne. Initially, two castles were built, whi …

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Ramstein Castle

Ramstein Castle is a ruined castle located in Berenthal, France. It was built in the thirteenth century by the Lords of Falkenstei …

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Fleckenstein Castle

Fleckenstein Castle is a castle located in Lembach, France. Built in the shape of a boat 52 meters long, this fortress has a long …

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Grand-Geroldseck Castle

Grand-Geroldseck Castle is a ruined medieval castle located in Haegen, France. The castle is one of the oldest castles of the Nort …

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Froensbourg Castle

Froensbourg Castle is a ruined castle located northwest of the city of Lembach, France. The castle was first mentioned in 1235. Un …

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Wangenbourg Castle

Wangenbourg Castle is a ruined castle in Vanjanburg-Engantal, France, located on a rocky promontory, in the forests, southeast of …

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Birkenfels Castle

Birkenfels Castle is a ruined castle in Ottrott, France. The castle is surrounded by Obernay Forest. Architects and historians dat …

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Frankenbourg Castle

Castle Frankenbourg is a ruined castle of the XII century, located in Alsace, Lower Rhine, France. The name of the castle is trans …

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Hohenfels Castle

Hohenfels Castle, located in Dambach, France, was built in the late thirteenth century and was first recorded in documentation in …

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Grand-Ringelstein Castle

Grand-Ringelstein Castle is a ruined castle in Oberalash, France, built in the early thirteenth century at an altitude of 644 mete …

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Kintzheim Castle

Kintzheim Castle is an ancient structure in Kenzheim, France. It was known in the VI century under the name Villa Regis, its creat …

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