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The Canal du Faux-Rempart, also known as the Fossé du Faux-Rempart, is a canal in the centre of the city of Strasbourg in eastern France. The canal connects at both ends to the River Ill , thus surrounding the Grande Île that lies at the historic centre of the city.
Jul 28, 2022 · The canals serve as a natural defense line of the city center of Strasbourg. In fact, there used to be a covered bridge or Ponts Couverts which is part of the defense system of the city. The covers of the bridges are long gone and only a few of the the defensive towers are still there.
- Wander The Streets of Petite-France
- Take A Boat Tour Around The Canals
- Look Out from Strasbourg Cathedral
- Watch A Light Show
- Visit The European Parliament
- Try Some Alsace Specialities
The Petite-France district is Strasbourg’s historic heart – with its narrow streets of half-timbered houses lining the canalside, decked out with colourful baskets of flowers. Originally the houses here were built for tanners, fishermen and millers, but today you’re more likely to find restaurants, hotels and gift shops. Despite being busy it’s sti...
Strasbourg’s old town is an island – the Grande Ile – encircled by canals and the River Ill. So one of the best things to do in Strasbourg is get a view from the water on a sightseeing boat tour(€13.50 for adults, runs up to 35 times a day and takes 70 mins). Some boats are open-top for sunny days and there’s a commentary in 12 languages so you kno...
Gothic Strasbourg cathedral towers over the city – for over 200 years until 1874 it was the world’s tallest building. It was supposed to have two spires but only one was ever built, which you can see from over 30 miles away. You can’t climb to the top of the spire, but you can climb 320 steps to the cathedral’s viewing platform. You need a head for...
During the summer nights, Strasbourg’s cathedral and Barrage Vaubin are transformed into giant canvases for a sound and light show (shows last 10 mins and run several times a night from July to September). Each year the show is slightly different. This year the barrage transformed into everything from a train to a sea monster, all reflected in the ...
With its ultra-modern towering glass and steel buildings, Strasbourg’s European District is a complete contrast to the history-filled cobbled streets of Petite-France. The city is the official seat of the European Parliament, with MEPs meeting here 12 times a year for plenary sessions in the impressive hemicycle – a 800-seat semicircular debating c...
The Alsace region is famous for its beer and wine – and Strasbourg is a great place to try some. Its dry Reislings are the most well-known but there are also other white wines like Gewürztraminer and sparkling Crémant d’Alsace. You can take a half-day tourof the Alsace wine region from Strasbourg to find out more. The Alsace is also France’s bigges...
5 days ago · Saint Thomas Church: An Alsatian Landmark. At the eastern edge of Petite France stands Saint Thomas Church, a quiet but impressive presence that has watched over Strasbourg for centuries. Saint Thomas Church. Dating back to the late 12th century, this Protestant church holds a history as layered as the city itself.
The Grand Canal permits the navigation of more than 30,000 boats a year between Basel and Strasbourg. Construction of the canal began in 1932 and was completed in 1959. The canal diverts much of the water from the original bed of the fast-flowing Rhine in this area, which is almost entirely unnavigable by boats.
Rhone-Rhin Canal (North) + River Ill, Strasbourg. Detailed boat navigation information. Ports, depths, heights, locks, VNF, guides, maps, photos, PDF downloads
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Oct 24, 2023 · Of all the channels weaving throughout its urban fabric, two stand out for their importance and history: the Rhone-Rhine Canal and the Marne-Rhine Canal. The Rhone-Rhine Canal: Linking France's East to West
