Strasbourg Cathedral
Also known as the Cathedral Notre-Dame de Strasbourg (Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg), is a stunning masterpiece of Gothic architecture located in the heart of the city in eastern France. With its impressive spire standing tall at 466 feet, it was once the tallest building in the world.
Strasbourg Cathedral or the Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg (Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, or Cathédrale de Strasbourg), also known as Strasbourg Minster, is a Catholic cathedral in Strasbourg, Alsace, France.
Strasbourg Cathedral or the Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg (Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, or Cathédrale de Strasbourg), also known as Strasbourg Minster, is a Catholic cathedral in Strasbourg, Alsace, France.
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg front entrances
Intricate statues and bas-relief
When you look at a cathedral like this, with all its icons, you have to keep in mind that, in the 14th Century most people couldn’t read. So, all this statuary and painting on the west front was necessary to tell the story of Christianity to the masses.
The arches of the north portal are decorated with majestic and graceful 14th century statues representing the virtues and striking down the vices and, around the tympanum, by angels and other biblical characters.
The cathedral's buttresses are topped with lots of bishops and other types of religious figures, so as not to give the gargoyles top billing.
The Astronomical clock is an amazing piece of machinery which you have to see in operation. It does it’s thing, complete with crowing cock and parading apostles at 12:30 every day.
The Astronomical clock
Strasbourg Cathedral's Romanesque choir, with 19th c. Neo-Byzantine frescos and a beautiful window.
Pipe Organ of Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Rose Window of Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Rose Window of Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Rose Window of Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Strasbourg Cathedral's Romanesque pillars, vaults and squinches of the transept.
Walking Tour
A walking tour of this charming city, with its winding cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and picturesque canals, is like something out of a fairytale. We started our tour at the iconic Cathedral Notre Dame de Strasbourg and then strolled through the historic Petite France neighborhood, known for its charming bridges and colorful buildings reflected in the waterways.
Statue of a stork atop Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg. Legend has it that storks bring good luck and fortune, and the people of Strasbourg embrace them with open arms.
Statue of Gutenberg along Place Gutenberg
Merry-go-round at Place Gutenberg
St Thomas' Church (Église Saint-Thomas) is a historical building in Strasbourg, eastern France. It is the main Lutheran church of the city since its Cathedral became Catholic again after the annexation of the town by France in 1681.
Gargoyles on Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
One of the four towers of Ponts Couverts in Strasbourg
Strasbourg Food
When it comes to dining in Strasbourg's Old Town, we were in for a treat! During our walking tour, we gathered samples of mouthwatering dishes from this charming area's plethora of traditional Alsatian restaurants.
Even in the old town of Strasbourg, the Becker name appears frequently
Even in the old town of Strasbourg, the Becker name appears frequently
Beautiful desserts - we picked up a few while touring old town Strasbourg
Good eats in old town Strausbourg
Enjoying some wine and the treats we picked up during our walking “food” tour of the old part of the city of Strasbourg in France
Enjoying some wine and the treats we picked up during our walking “food” tour of the old part of the city of Strasbourg in France
Pain d'épices, French for ‘”spice bread” or gingerbread
