Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Strasbourg - a delightful old city and a European treasure
The most amazing part of this old city, built on an island and on the shores of the river L'ill is the beautifully preserved houses. With much focus on the brown stained woodwork and the use of vivid colour, the houses are fascinating. Allan walked all around the island taking many shots of the houses that line the banks.
Strasbourg, being on the (current) border between Germany and France, has a checquered history, being claimed repeatedly by both countries, and the city has evidence of both, from large German sausages to delicate French pastries
We had the most rain in Strasbourg, but that did not stop us deciding that this was one of the most lovely spots in Europe.
We found a sweets store with amazing displays - and had to sample!
Not so sure about olives and chocolate!
The bakeries were also amazing - the olive baguettes and even the plain ones were fabulous, and we had many a nice lunch in this city. The croissants were huge, and delicious.
Just a hint of spring in the air.
There is a train that runs through the old city, but most of the time you simply walk and enjoy the lanes and shops.
Crepes were definitely on the the menu and we found a local specialty - ratatouille for starters, followed by salted caramel with hazelnuts - yummmmmy - indeed well worth the effort finding the crepe shop, as it had hot chocolate that you could stand a spoon in as well.
In the heart of the old city of Strasbourg, is a beautiful cathedral, one of the most gothic in Europe. Allison loved it and has I known about stitching my photos at the time I would have had some lovely shots of it.
There is a section of town called "Petite France", the oldest quarter of the city, one that has many beautifully decorated houses.
Surprisingly, this flower was not outside, but in the church.
This advert really caught my eye - so clever, but some of the high heels I saw in the shops (yes Muna and ALli went shoe shopping and Muna bought some) were at least this high!
The Palais Rohan on the banks of the L'ill is very impressive.
More scenes from the walk around the island...
The best way to the city is from the water - the cruise starts from the "Batorama" and travels up to the European Union buildings further up the L'ill.
These glass topped boats give a great view.
Part way around the island, there is a loch which the cruise needs to navigate.
The gates close and the water levels rise.
Restored to their original condition, they still even leak a little.
More scenes from "Petite France".
The original battlements are in place.
Ducks and swans provide much enjoyment for the children (and adults too!).
Strasbourg, being on the (current) border between Germany and France, has a checquered history, being claimed repeatedly by both countries, and the city has evidence of both, from large German sausages to delicate French pastries
We had the most rain in Strasbourg, but that did not stop us deciding that this was one of the most lovely spots in Europe.
We found a sweets store with amazing displays - and had to sample!
Not so sure about olives and chocolate!
The bakeries were also amazing - the olive baguettes and even the plain ones were fabulous, and we had many a nice lunch in this city. The croissants were huge, and delicious.
Just a hint of spring in the air.
There is a train that runs through the old city, but most of the time you simply walk and enjoy the lanes and shops.
Crepes were definitely on the the menu and we found a local specialty - ratatouille for starters, followed by salted caramel with hazelnuts - yummmmmy - indeed well worth the effort finding the crepe shop, as it had hot chocolate that you could stand a spoon in as well.
In the heart of the old city of Strasbourg, is a beautiful cathedral, one of the most gothic in Europe. Allison loved it and has I known about stitching my photos at the time I would have had some lovely shots of it.
There is a section of town called "Petite France", the oldest quarter of the city, one that has many beautifully decorated houses.
Surprisingly, this flower was not outside, but in the church.
This advert really caught my eye - so clever, but some of the high heels I saw in the shops (yes Muna and ALli went shoe shopping and Muna bought some) were at least this high!
The Palais Rohan on the banks of the L'ill is very impressive.
More scenes from the walk around the island...
The best way to the city is from the water - the cruise starts from the "Batorama" and travels up to the European Union buildings further up the L'ill.
These glass topped boats give a great view.
Part way around the island, there is a loch which the cruise needs to navigate.
The gates close and the water levels rise.
Restored to their original condition, they still even leak a little.
More scenes from "Petite France".
The original battlements are in place.
Ducks and swans provide much enjoyment for the children (and adults too!).
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