The Atlas Obscura Guide To Strasbourg

6 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Strasbourg, France

Updated October 13, 2023

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Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Astronomical Clock

There has been an astronomical clock on this spot since the 14th century.

On the right, this barrel is supposed to be filled with the oldest alcohol still stored in the world, a white wine from the year 1472.

Strasbourg, France

Historic Wine Cellar of Strasbourg Hospital

This 14th century wine cellar is home to the oldest barrel-stored wine in the world.

Demons portrayed in the stained-glass windows of Strasbourg Cathedrals.

Strasbourg, France

Stained-Glass Demons

Explore this medieval cathedral by trying to spot all the malevolent monsters hiding in its beautifully colored windows.

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Château Musée Vodou

This fascinating museum in an old water tower holds the world's largest collection of Vodou artifacts from western and central Africa.

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Cathedral's Antique Graffiti

Visitors dating back to the 1600s carved their marks in the stones of the iconic tower.

Strasbourg, France

Büchmesser (Belly Measuring Column)

A pink sandstone column once used in ancient times to measure one's belly after a night of debauchery.

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Memorial to Félicette, the First Cat in Space

The little tuxedo cat survived the trip, then languished in obscurity.

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Strasbourg, France

Historic Wine Cellar of Strasbourg Hospital

This 14th century wine cellar is home to the oldest barrel-stored wine in the world.

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Strasbourg

6 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Strasbourg, France

Updated October 13, 2023

Unusual Attractions in Strasbourg

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Astronomical Clock

Strasbourg, France

Historic Wine Cellar of Strasbourg Hospital

Strasbourg, France

Stained-Glass Demons

Strasbourg, France

Château Musée Vodou

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Cathedral's Antique Graffiti

Strasbourg, France

Büchmesser (Belly Measuring Column)

Illkirch-Graffenstaden, France

Memorial to Félicette, the First Cat in Space

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Historic Wine Cellar of Strasbourg Hospital

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