Sailing the Rhine River, each Strasbourg river cruise invites you to one of the most important cities in not just France, but Europe as a whole. While not quite as famous as Paris, the city of Strasbourg is an essential part of Franco-German culture. It has a tumultuous past and intriguing history -- originally settled by the Celts, the city's ruling was passed to the Romans, Franks, Germans, and then finally, back to the French after World War I (though it was again occupied by Germany during the Second World War). Perhaps forged by its intriguing past, Strasbourg went on to become the home and headquarters to the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, and the European Court of Human Rights. Today, Strasbourg is a bustling metropolis, with a unique mix of modern and historic attractions.
Conveniently located on one of Europe's most sought after rivers, Strasbourg is a popular city for all manner of tourists. Rhine River cruises from Strasbourg bring travelers all over Europe -- from near its Swiss source to Basel, France, then all the way to Amsterdam via the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal.
La Petite France, Strasbourg
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The Epicenter of AlsaceStrasbourg is the capital of the storied Alsace Region of France. Though found in France, the region belonged to Germany for much of its established history. Because of this, visitors are likely to find half-timbered homes and shops harkening to the Germanic past of Alsace.
Amid the German architecture, you'll find hallmarks of France, Germany, and a number of other countries in the culture, cuisine, and attractions of Alsace's Strasbourg. The city feels much more akin to a massive, worldly city -- like Paris, London, or New York -- than its size would infer. Even with its many diverse cultures and importance to world political affairs, Strasbourg maintains a small-town, welcoming presence for all travelers.
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Strasbourg Cruise ShipsAll of our top European river cruise lines visit this vastly important city. With immersive shore excursions, guided tours, and even bicycles to get around on, our cruise lines offer the best way to explore the city. You'll have the chance to see it all, then return each night to your cruise ship, avoiding the frustration of packing and unpacking.
Our cruise lines include Viking River Cruises, Scenic River Cruises, and Uniworld River Cruises. All three of these lines bring an award-winning experience to guests, with the comforts of five star hotels and delicious cuisine, wrapped up in an all-inclusive, competitive price.
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Bird's-eye view of Strasbourg, France
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Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
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Top Attractions for Strasbourg River CruisesAside from being a prominent city for Europe's politics, Strasbourg has a number of exciting attractions. With our cruises from Strasbourg, France, you'll have the chance to tour several of them -- whether on a guided excursion or on your own. Here, we've listed a few of our favorite attractions in Strasbourg.
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Sailing from Strasbourg, France
Onward from Strasbourg, set sail on the Rhine River to a variety of incredible destinations. From small towns to massive cities, along with many castles in between, the Rhine River feels as if born from a fairy tale. Each Strasbourg, France river cruise draws you into a world of history, romance, and adventure. To learn more about visiting Strasbourg with a river cruise, contact our experts today.