Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Petite France
Strasbourg, France
Half-timbered canalside quarter of tanners' and millers' houses.
Church, mosque or temple · France · Grand Est
Strasbourg Cathedral
Pink sandstone Gothic cathedral with a single lace-like spire.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Strasbourg Cathedral matters
Strasbourg Cathedral is made of rose-coloured sandstone that glows at sunset. Its single tall spire gives it an off-balance, dramatic profile, and the facade is carved with so much detail that it looks like stone lace. Inside, an astronomical clock performs a small show each day.
Talking points
- The facade is covered in sculpture.
- An astronomical clock inside performs each day.
- The tower platform gives a wide view.
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Good to know: The astronomical clock show is at midday; arrive early to see it.
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Festival or event
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Bridge
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Museum
Palais Rohan
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18th-century palace housing three museums beside the cathedral.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.