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Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the capital and principal city of the Alsace region of northeastern France, with approximately 650,000 inhabitants in the metropolitan area in 1999. Located close to the border with Germany, it is the prefecture (capital) of the Bas-Rhin departement. The city's Germanic name means "town (at the crossing) of roads". Stras- is cognate to the English street from the German equivalence of the word, Straße, while -bourg from the German -burg ("fortress, town") is cognate to the English borough. Strasbourg is an important centre of manufacturing and engineering, as well as of road, rail and river communications. more...

History of Strasbourg

At the site of Strasbourg, the Romans established a military outpost and named it Argentoratum. It belonged to the Germania Superior Roman province. From the 4th century, Strasbourg was the seat of a bishopric. The Alamanni fought a battle against Rome in Strasbourg in 357. They were defeated by Julian, later Emperor of Rome, and their king Chonodomarius was taken prisoner. On January 2, 366 the Alamanni crossed the frozen Rhine in large numbers, to invade the Roman Empire. Early in the 5th century the Alamanni appear to have crossed the Rhine, conquered and then settled what is today Alsace and a large part of Switzerland. more...

Currency of Strasbourg

euro (EUR), formerly French franc (FF)
Single European currency (Euro): The Euro is now the official currency of 12 EU member states (including France). The first Euro coins and notes were introduced in January 2002; the French Franc was still in circulation until 17 February 2002, when it was completely replaced by the Euro. Euro (€) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins are in denominations of €2 and 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents.

An overview on Strasbourg's Economy

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Facts for Travellers

Geography of Strasbourg

Strasbourg is situated on the Ill River, where it flows into the Rhine on the frontier with Germany. The German town across the Rhine is Kehl. Strasbourg is situated provocatively on the Franco-German border, over the centuries, located 4 km west of the Rhine River on the German border, Strasbourg lies in the NE corner of France at the confluence of the Bruche and Ill rivers. Located in the middle of all major European travel routes, this metropolitan city has long been known as "the crossroads of Europe." France is located in Western Europe, bordering the Bay of Biscay and English Channel, between Belgium and Spain southeast of the UK; bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Italy and Spain.

Shopping in Strasbourg

The Place des Halles, 24 place des Halles, is the main commercial center (open Mon-Fri 0900-2000 and Sat 0900-1900), with approximately 120 shops, as well as 10 restaurants and bars. The two main department stores, open daily 1000-1900, are both situated near place Kleber - Galeries Lafayettes, rue du 22 Novembre, and Printemps, 1-5 rue de la Haute Montee. FNAC, place Kleber, is also worth a visit for all things electronic and electrical. more...

Sites in Strasbourg

The city is chiefly known for its sandstone gothic cathedral, and for its medieval cityscape of Rhineland black and white timber-framed buildings, particularly in the Petite-France district alongside the river Ill. Strasbourg's historic center, the Grande ile (great island), has been classified a World Heritage site by the UNESCO in 1988, for the first time for a whole city center. more...

Clothing of Strasbourg

Dress casually but well, and remember that the French often read a great deal into the way you dress. Some restaurants and hotels are likely to expect a shirt and tie to be worn. For business meetings and formal events, both men and women should wear a smart suit. Remember that the French are often somewhat formal, appreciating punctuality and adhering strictly to custom in administrative issues. Also, make sure you carry business cards!

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