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
Admire thousands of colorful and unusual plant species and walk in the shadow of soaring trees in this peaceful green oasis.
Train Station Square
Enjoy views of the impressive futuristic train station from this green, pedestrianized plaza at Strasbourg’s core.
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
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
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.
Things to do
Self-guided scavenger hunt and city game in Strasbourg
Strasbourg Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Strasbourg Historic Center Walking Tour With A Guide
Top hotels in Forêt Noire
Hotel Origami
The room was clean and well maintained. the staff was courteous and very helpful. There was at least 4 languages available at the front desk and any given time. The bar had good food and fresh local seasonal beer. The location by the Rotonde for parking and tram access was incredibly convenient and ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Arok
Comfortable beds, good size room. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Originals Boutique, Hôtel d'Alsace, Strasbourg Sud
Overall we had an great experience. Location was a bit distant from the city center but the hotel was situated right next to a tram stop. The city center was about 25 min ride one way. The hotel had very decent accommodations although the we wished that the separate toilet room could have at least ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Athena Spa
Room was spacious, clean and came with a a calming view. Easy to get into town/station using the light rail.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Ile
Hallway is smelly; choice of food for breakfast is limited. Room is spacious.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Citadines Eurometropole Strasbourg
Very good rooms, friendly staff
Reviewed on 26 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.
