Forêt Noire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Forêt Noire
Popular places to visit
University Palace
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University Palace during your travels in Strasbourg. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Botanical Gardens
Admire thousands of colorful and unusual plant species and walk in the shadow of soaring trees in this peaceful green oasis.
Train Station Square
Enjoy views of the impressive futuristic train station from this green, pedestrianized plaza at Strasbourg’s core.
Strasbourg Christmas Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Strasbourg Christmas Market, a popular shopping spot in Carre d'Or. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
Parc de l'Orangerie
Amble along the lakeside and paddle a row boat across the water in these historic grounds that date back to the 17th century.
Activities
Strasbourg Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Strasbourg Historic Two-Hour Walking Tour with Local Guide
Strasbourg: Walking Tour with Local Guide
Strasbourg: 2-Hour Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg between History and Curiosities
Our pick of the best Forêt Noire Hotel Deals
Hotel Hannong
Comfortable, clean and lovely hotel. They have done an amazing work on this near 100 year old hotel to keep it so new and clean. We requested for a quiet room and it was indeed very peaceful. And the staff are all super super helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Le Grand Hotel
Efficiently run hotel - clean and comfortable - can't fault it. Location ideal for rail travel (we got to Colmar in about 40 minutes from hotel room) and it's about 20 minutes to walk to Strasbourg Cathedral. Good breakfast too. No kettle in room but flavoured water and fruit available free in ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel des Vosges, BW Premier Collection
better than we expected
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Athena Spa
Everything was perfect. Helpful stuff and really nice hotel
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Tandem - Boutique Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel&Spa, Autograph Collection
The place was a classy endeavor from top to bottom. Staff was always friendly and helpful, property was clean and beautifully appointed and designed. I do wish the steam room and sauna were more private (a reservation did not mean exclusivity) and less uptight about swim trunks, but that's just my ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forêt Noire
Orangerie
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Orangerie. Palace of Europe and Botanical Gardens are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Universite Tram Station or Gallia Tram Station to get around the larger area.
Esplanade
Appreciated for its cafes and parks, you might consider exploring Esplanade. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Vauban Stadium, and jump on the metro at Esplanade Tram Station or Observatoire Tram Station to get around the city.
Krutenau
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Krutenau. Alsatian Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Porte de l'Hopital Tram Station or Etoile Bourse Tram Station to see more of the city.
Contades
Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Contades. Top attractions like Strasbourg Convention Centre and European Parliament are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lycee Kleber Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.
Quartier de la Cathédrale
While you're in Quartier de la Cathédrale, take in top sights like Strasbourg Christmas Market and jump on the metro at Place Broglie Tram Stop to see more of the city.
European Quarter
You might enjoy the restaurants while in European Quarter. European Parliament is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Parlement Europeen Tram Station or Wacken Tram Station to see more of the city.
