Strasbourg in 3 Days: Christmas Markets and the Old Town

Destination: Strasbourg, FranceCreated by: Moo_The_TrotterLast updated: 28th September 2026
Three days in Strasbourg for the Christmas markets, cathedral and Petite France. Stay near the centre, walk between markets and use trams for longer journeys.
FranceLong WeekendChristmas MarketsStrasbourg
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Day 1 — Cathedral and Central Christmas Markets

Day 1 — Cathedral and Central Christmas Markets
Image of Strasbourg Cathedral

Strasbourg Cathedral

Place of Worship, History Landmark
Morning anchor

Maison Kammerzell

Restaurant, French Restaurant
Image of Palais Rohan

Palais Rohan

Museum
Image of Little France

Little France

Attraction, Core Attraction
Image of Alsatian Museum

Alsatian Museum

Museum, Museum Gallery
Explore after Palais Rohan before crossing toward Petite France.

Day 2 — Petite France and Covered Bridges

Day 2 — Petite France and Covered Bridges
Image of Vauban Dam

Vauban Dam

Monument
Start west of Petite France

Covered Bridges

Monument
Image of Krutenau

Krutenau

Suburb, Core Attraction
Wander its canals and side streets for a local-feeling detour.
Image of Saint-Pierre-le-Vieux Church

Saint-Pierre-le-Vieux Church

Church, Core Attraction
A lesser-visited church near the covered bridges.

Day 3 — European Quarter and Neustadt

Day 3 — European Quarter and Neustadt
Image of Orangerie Park

Orangerie Park

Park
Use tram for the outbound journey
Image of St. Paul's Church

St. Paul's Church

Place of Worship, History Landmark
Image of Two Shores Garden

Two Shores Garden

Park, Park Nature
A peaceful Rhine-side extension if time remains.
Image of Parc du Contades

Parc du Contades

Park
A peaceful green detour between Neustadt sights.