Churches, Printers and World War 2 tour of Strasbourg with an app

Step onto the historic Ponts Couverts, a fortified bridge ensemble that has guarded Strasbourg since the Middle Ages.

Explore the Barrage Vauban, a 17th-century defensive marvel that once shielded Strasbourg by flooding the plains against invading armies.

Walk past the École Nationale d’Administration, the prestigious institution that has trained many of France’s top leaders and diplomats.

Stroll into La Petite France, Strasbourg’s most enchanting quarter, where half-timbered houses lean over calm canals like a storybook come to life.

Admire Strasbourg’s distinctive half-timbered houses, their steep roofs and carved wooden frames reflecting centuries of Alsatian craftsmanship.

Pause before the Maison des Tanneurs, a beautifully preserved 16th-century timbered house that once stood at the center of Strasbourg’s tanning district.

Hear the story of Saint Odile, the blind-born daughter miraculously granted sight and destined to become Alsace’s beloved patron saint.

Discover the legacy of Albert Schweitzer, the Alsatian-born physician, philosopher, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate whose humanitarian work inspired the world.

Step inside St. Thomas Church, a rare example of Alsatian Gothic architecture and the spiritual heart of Strasbourg’s Protestant community.

Stand in Gutenberg Square, where the inventor of the printing press is honored at the very heart of Strasbourg’s historic center.

Step into the Maison d’Alsace Biscuiterie, where traditional Alsatian baking fills the air with the warm scent of spices and butter.

Pause at Place des Tripiers, a quiet square once home to Strasbourg’s medieval tripe merchants and bustling market stalls.

Admire the grand Palais Rohan, an 18th-century masterpiece once home to Strasbourg’s prince-bishops and a showcase of refined French Baroque elegance.

Begin your journey at the foot of Strasbourg Cathedral’s magnificent façade, where every carved figure hides a story from scripture, legend, or medieval life. As you move inside, you’ll uncover how Gothic ingenuity—ribbed vaults, soaring arches, and flying buttresses—shaped this landmark into a triumph of light and height.