French-German fusion city in Alsace
Capital of Alsace on the German border — UNESCO Petite France district with timber-framed canal-side houses, a soaring Gothic cathedral, and Christmas markets that may be Europe's best.




Trams excellent; bike share; walk Old Town.
Book Christmas market accommodation in June — December weekends sell out fast.
Generally safe.
Petite France wine bars; Place du Marché Gayot.