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.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
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.
Parc de l'Orangerie
Amble along the lakeside and paddle a row boat across the water in these historic grounds that date back to the 17th century.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Forêt Noire
ibis Strasbourg Sud La Vigie
"Very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
"Almost impossible to drive to hotel due to pedestrian streets closed to cars. Once we arrived, Flavio at the front desk took over parking in the hotel parking lot. Bar excellent. City charming. Take the boat tour."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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
ClapClap Hôtel Strasbourg
"Great hotel. Very conveniently located. Parking in the surrounding area was tricky, but luckily, we were returning our rental car anyway. Staff at the front desk had a great recommendation for a taxi company to help us continue our trip. Had dinner at The Tiger across the street - it was wonderful. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
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
Hôtel Les Haras By Stay Collection
"Wonderful place to stay. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Where to stay in Forêt Noire
City-Centre - Petite France
Travellers love City-Centre - Petite France for its stunning cathedral, and you can see more of Carre d'Or by jumping on the metro at Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station or Place Broglie Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Kléber and Kammerzell House.
Petite-France
Travellers choose Petite-France for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Alt Winmarik Tram Station or Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station and check out top sights like Covered Bridge.
Historic Center
Travellers choose Historic Center for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Place Broglie Tram Stop or Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station and check out top sights like Kammerzell House.
Quartier de la Cathédrale
While you're in Quartier de la Cathédrale, take in top sights like Strasbourg Christmas Market and jump on the metro at Place Broglie Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Quartier de la Gare
While you're in Quartier de la Gare, take in top sights like Train Station Square or Vauban Dam, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Faubourg National Tram Station or Gare Centrale Tram Station.
