Strasbourg (Jan 1-2, 2023):
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Strasbourg (France)
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Sélestat (France)
Haut-Koeningsbourg Castle (France)
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Hunawihr (France)
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History of Strasbourg in a few lines:
Origins:
Strasbourg originated as a Roman settlement in the 1st century AD called Argentoratum, Established as a military fortress on the Rhine, its strategic position soon made it a key point for trade and defense.
Middle Ages:
During the Middle Ages, it developed as a prosperous free city of the Holy Roman Empire. It was a prominent center of crafts and commerce, and in 1439 saw the establishment of one of Gutenberg's first printing presses outside Mainz.
19th Century:
In the 19th century, Strasbourg passed from France to Germany after the Franco-Prussian War (1871) and underwent a profound urban transformation. After the First World War, it returned to French hands, marking its borderland and multicultural character.
Present:
Today, Strasbourg is a symbol of European cooperation. It is home to the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, and other institutions. Its historic center, the Grande Île, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and combines Alsatian tradition with modern administration.
It's very pretty but not very big; you can see it quickly. The tree they put in the square really moved us.
Hotel Strasbourg: Ibis Budget Strasbourg Center Gare (2 nights with breakfast). Close to the center.
Strasbourg combines very well with a visit to Obernai, especially if you're looking for typical villages, half-timbered houses and routes through the most traditional Alsace.
Hotel Strasbourg: Ibis Budget Strasbourg Center Gare: €127 for 2 people, including breakfast for 2 nights.
Information obtained from the web https://www.exteriores.gob.es
Passport/ID: Both are valid.
Visa: It is not required for Spanish citizens.
European Health Insurance Card: It's necessary, it's very easy to order online and they send it to your home. Request.
Vaccines: There are no mandatory vaccinations for entry.
International driving permit: It is requested through the DGT website.
It costs €10.51. The good thing is you can order it online and pick it up without an appointment. It took a couple of days for ours, then you go to pick it up and it's a cardboard card like the ones they had 20 years ago.
Payment card/currency exchange: we always go with Revolut definitely.
Roaming: NO There is, so if you have data enabled you can take a nice little gift back.
GPS: Maps.me Download the maps for Spain and they work great offline, whether you're on foot, by car, or on public transport.
Roaming: YEAH.
Where to eat: If you want to eat at a restaurant, there's also the app. TheFork which has many discounts. If you book with the code 7C1B79A3 When you are finishing the booking, you will get 1000 Yums = €10 discount at your next meal. In addition to other special offers they often have, or simply to accumulate points and use them for discounts on your next payments.
It operates in several countries, including Spain, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Denmark, Sweden, and Australia.
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