Palace of the Alsace-Lorraine Diet

The Palace of the Alsace-Lorraine Diet is a Neoclassical building on Place de la République featuring grand proportions and classical symmetry in its design. Its stately facades and ceremonial staircases lead to interior spaces now arranged as theater halls and performance areas for contemporary audiences.

Constructed between 1888 and 1892, the building served as the assembly hall for the Reichsland until 1919 when this political role ended. Severe damage during World War II led to postwar reconstruction that fundamentally altered its interior purpose and function.

The building now serves as home to the National Theatre of Strasbourg, drawing audiences from across the region to its stage. This shift from legislative hall to cultural venue has made it a focal point for performances and theatrical life in the city.

The building is located on Place de la République in the Neustadt district and is accessible from multiple directions in this central area. Visitors should note that the exterior walls and roofing retain their original form as the site is protected as a historical monument.

The eastern wing was destroyed in 1944 and rebuilt between 1950 and 1957 with a circular theater design by architect Pierre Sonrel. This postwar reconstruction demonstrates how damaged buildings were reimagined for new cultural purposes rather than restored to their original form.

Location: Strasbourg

Inception: 1892

Architects: Skjold Neckelmann, August Hartel

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 48.58620,7.75527

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26