Situated on the banks of the river Rhine, the city of Strasbourg is known for its historical and cultural sights. It is the seventh largest city in France and nearly three million people come to visit the city every year. Strasbourg is the seat of several European institutions, such as the Council of Europe and the Eurocorps, as well as the European Parliament and the European Ombudsman of the European Union.
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This wonderful village is on the edge of the Black Forest, in southern Germany, an ideal destination for a wine weekend. From Strasbourg, you’ll pass hills covered with terraced vineyards; the statue of a fat, naked Bacchus signals that you’ve arrived at the tiny downtown. Main Street’s pastel houses lead to the market place, which is crowned by the Town Hall, with a gothic inscription relating local history back to 770 on the facade. Join the businessmen in pinstripes at the outdoor wine bar, though a word to overindulgers: legend has it that any reveler who falls into one of the (sparkling-clean) irrigation ditches that run through town is destined to marry a local.
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Blends the historic charm of its setting with its modern interior design, Regent Petite France Hotel is the most exclusive four-star hotel in the city. Part of the Worldhotels Deluxe Collection, the hotel ensures guests an unforgettable stay in Strasbourg. Offers personalized welcome and extraordinary standard of services Regent Petite France is the ideal spot for both business and leisure travellers.
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Situated in the historic district of Strasbourg, the hotel is close to Place Kleber, Strasbourg Cathedral and the city’s finest museums and boutiques. Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Ile features a cosmopolitan atmosphere and highly rated service. Located only 15 minutes from the new railway station of the European TGV, the hotel is perfect choice for business travelers and those who prefer urban tourism.
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The volume of the music hall Zenith Europe in Strassbourg in France is dynamic, ever-changing, providing exceptional visual experience to the visitors. The building is designed to be an integrative and independent sculpture. In the building core there is a separated and secured space, creating a exclusive theatre feeling.
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From Barcelona to the Czech Republic, Frankfurt, St-Etienne and Strasbourg, there are greenways, which are showing the potential of incorporating landscaping into good urban design.
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The roots of London’s busiest attraction can be traced back to France. Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum starts with the story of Marie Grosholtz, born in Strasbourg in 1761. Her mother worked as a governess for a Dr Curtins, who made anatomical wax models. From her earliest childhood, Marie learnt modelling techniques with Dr Curtins. Just before the French Revolution, she moved to Paris. Louis XV1 invited her to join the Royal Court at Versailles and teach her art. In 1795 she married an engineer by the name François Tussaud and thus she was known as Madame Tussaud.
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