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City Information

Le Palais des congrés is a fully renovated convention center located in the heart of the European quarter in Strasbourg, France. Le Palais des congrés is located within minutes of the Strasbourg city center where there are numerous great restaurants, shops, hotels and local attractions.

Strasbourg événements

Palais des congres Pierre-Pflimlin
FR 67082 Strasbourg Cedex
Phone: +33 (0)3 88 37 67 52
E-mail: info@strasbourg-events.com

What to See and Do:

(Courtesy of Strasbourg événements)

As an international capital and a mainstay of the European Union, Strasbourg is the hometown of a number of major European institutions including the Council of Europe, the European Parliament and the European Court of Human Rights.

Strasbourg is also home to a major political and diplomatic presence. The town boasts no less than 46 embassies, 30 consulates and around a hundred international NGOs. Along with New York and Geneva it shares the privilege of hosting a major international organization without being a national capital.

• The European Parliament
• The European Court of Human Rights
• The Council of Europe
• The European Ombudsman
• The Pharmacopoeia
• The international television channel ARTE reaches some 15 million viewers, broadcasting programs throughout the whole of Europe from Strasbourg.

Along the water edge...
Since 1988 the town has been listed as World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. A good example is the historical town centre overlooked by its marvelous cathedral, a living symbol of Gothic art. With its rivers, canals, pools and ponds, Strasbourg is completely ringed by water and waterways. Cradled by the two arms of the Ill, its mostly pedestrian town center is perfect for strolling and cycling.

Strasbourg Tourist Office
City of Strasbourg

Scientific reputation
As the home town of a number of cutting-edge universities, of the European Pharmacopoeia or of the European Science Foundation, Strasbourg is a city synonymous with research and development.

In 2005, with the awarding of the "centre of excellence for global competitiveness" label in the field of therapeutic innovation, Alsace has become an international centre of excellence developing the medicines of the future, under the auspices of Alsace Biovalley, the regional agency for the promotion of the biotechnologies.

The "vehicle of the future" centre of excellence label makes the region even more attractive for the vehicle and automotive equipment manufacturers, many of whom already have sites here.

Strasbourg's Louis Pasteur University
Alsace Biovalley
The "Vehicle of the Future" centre of excellence

Art and culture
The town is globally renowned in the field of classical, lyrical and contemporary music thanks among other things to its Philharmonic Orchestra, the Strasbourg percussion ensemble and the National Rhine Opera.

As a city known for its willingness to promote expression and emerging cultures, Strasbourg offers artists a wide range of places to stay and work. The Strasbourg National Theatre (the Théâtre National de Strasbourg or "TNS") and its school, the Théâtre Jeune Public (Youth Theatre), the "Maillon—Théâtre de Strasbourg" and the Laiterie each year provide countless sources of creativity, attracting theatre troupes, actors and directors from far and wide.

The town's diverse cultural scene is backed up by a number of superb museums (the Alsatian Museum, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, or the Zoological Museum, etc).

Strasbourg's museums

Give your taste buds a treat!
With its delicious tastes and aromas, Alsatian gastronomy will get your senses tingling! Here, wine and beer are both served in the "winstubs" with their charming names, while regional dishes can be enjoyed alongside traditional French cuisine.

Every year the Michelin guide rewards Alsace's best restaurants.

No shortage of great establishments: Alsace's star rated restaurants

A huge range of leisure activities

A well-preserved setting: with the Vosges and the Black Forest nature parks within easy reach, Strasbourg offers access to a wealth of sports activities 

• Mountain bike trips in summer
• Canoeing downriver
• Hiking trips providing a fun and friendly way to discover the wine route, local gastronomy and regional heritage
• 11 golf courses

Discover the exciting region around Strasbourg

Discover the Wine Route running for 120 km from the north (Marlenheim) to the south (Thann). Discover Alsace's seven grape varieties in towns such as Colmar, the Alsatian wine capital.

Or try the Romanesque Route which weaves its way across Alsace through the plains, vineyards and mountains, featuring some superb examples of Romanesque art in Alsace.

And also:

• Obernai, a traditional site located at the foot of Mont Sainte-Odile,
• The Sauerkraut Trail, where you can discover this famous Alsatian specialty thanks to a number of restaurants and hotels,
• The Castle of Haut-Koenigsbourg restored by Emperor Wilhelm II in the early 20th century, and presented as a 15th century fortress.

Museums:

• The motor museum
• The rail museum
• The wallpaper museum

Useful and tourist information:

www.tourisme-alsace.com
www.golfsinalsace.com
www.rallyes-aglae.com

Getting around Strasbourg:
Strasbourg is best seen via the Tram system, but Taxis and buses are available as well.

Tram:
The Strasbourg tram system consists of five lines, A, B, C, D and E.

• Line A: Hautepierre Maillon in the northeast to Illkirch Lixenbuhl in the south (12.5 km).
• Line B: Hoenheim Gare in the north to Lingolsheim in the southwest (14.7 km).
• Line C: Elsau in the southwest to Neuhof in the southeast.
• Line D: Rotonde in the northwest to Aristide Briand in the east.
• Line E: Robertsau Boecklin in the north and Baggersee in the south.

Taxi in Strasbourg:
Taxis are available at any of the hotels, train stations, and around some of the major city sites.

Facts about Strasbourg:

Population
272,800

*2004 estimate.

Weather
Average temperature in September:
59 Fahrenheit
15 Celsius

Current Weather Conditions in Strasbourg

SPS Travel Safety Tips:

From the American Hotel and Lodging Association

• Don't answer the door in a hotel room without verifying who it is. If a person claims to be an employee, call the front desk and ask if someone from their staff is supposed to have access to your room and for what purpose.
• When returning to your hotel late in the evening, use the main entrance of the hotel. Be observant and look around before entering parking lots.
• Close the door securely whenever you are in your room and use all of the locking devices provided.
• Don't needlessly display guest room keys in public or carelessly leave them on restaurant tables, at the swimming pool, or other places where they can be easily stolen.
• Do not draw attention to yourself by displaying large amounts of cash or expensive jewelry.
• Don't invite strangers to your room.
• Place all valuables in the hotel safe deposit box.
• Do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
• Check to see that any sliding doors or windows and any connecting room doors are locked.
• If you see any suspicious activity, please report your observations to the management.

Theft While in Travel Status

1. Make copies of your passport/visa numbers. Keep a copy in your checked luggage and carry on luggage.
2. Consider travel insurance that includes theft provisions.
3. Leave your good jewelry and other valuables at home.
4. Make a copy of your itinerary and give a copy to a family member or co-worker.
5. Make sure your laptop is encrypted if you plan tot take your laptop for an indefinite period of time.Make sure you have a backup of your critical data separate from you laptop back at your office.
6. Use your laptop as a security tool; check the activity of your credit cards and bank accounts while traveling.
7. Make sure your medical coverage is adequate for your travel needs.
8. Make a list of telephone numbers of your insurance companies, banks, credit and debit card issuers, home police department, etc. so you'll have them if needed.

Missing Luggage:

1. Immediately report the missing luggage to the airline.
2. If you used TSA approved locks check your luggage to make sure it was not tampered with and for missing items.
3. If items are missing report the theft to the airlines.