Parc de l'Orangerie, Public park in European district, Strasbourg, France
The landscaped garden spans over 26 hectares with tree-lined paths, a lake, sculptures, fountains, and multiple gathering spaces throughout the grounds.
The park originated in 1796 when the city obtained orange trees from the Bouxwiller Castle and constructed a building to protect them during winter seasons.
The mini-farm and small zoo within the park demonstrate local agricultural traditions while providing educational experiences about regional fauna and flora.
Visitors can access the park through the Droits de l'Homme tram station on line E or use the nearby parking facilities on Avenue de l'Europe.
The park contains a bowling alley and a miniature train that circles around the grounds, connecting different sections of the recreational area.
Location: Strasbourg
Address: avenue de l'Europe
GPS coordinates: 48.59190,7.77600
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
In Strasbourg, each step crosses several centuries of history. You walk from medieval alleys lined with half-timbered houses to glass buildings housing European institutions. The cathedral, 142 meters high, has dominated the city since the Middle Ages, while modern structures along the Rhine reflect the city’s European role. The sound of bells blends with tram noise, and the smell of gingerbread drifts through the contemporary administrative districts.
Strasbourg offers numerous locations for photography beyond its main attractions. The city features historic houses, medieval bridges, hidden courtyards, and architectural landmarks. From the Egyptian House to the University Palace, from ancient wine cellars to traditional Alsatian buildings, these sites present authentic views of Strasbourg's heritage.
Alsace stretches between Strasbourg and Mulhouse, presenting historical monuments from various periods. The region contains medieval castles such as Haut-Koenigsbourg, military fortifications by Vauban, and Romanesque and Gothic churches. Old town centres display characteristic half-timbered houses, while museums like the Railway Museum in Mulhouse or the Automobile Museum showcase technical collections. Strasbourg features its historic quarter La Petite France with canals and half-timbered buildings, along with the cathedral and its astronomical clock. Colmar offers the Unterlinden Museum housing the Isenheim Altarpiece and preserved old town districts. The Alsace Wine Route connects villages such as Riquewihr, Kaysersberg and Eguisheim, which have maintained their medieval structures. The Vosges mountains form the natural backdrop of the region with hiking trails and viewpoints. Fortifications like Fort de Mutzig reflect the military past. Religious buildings such as Murbach Abbey or the Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul in Rosheim document Romanesque architecture. The region combines German and French heritage in its architecture, cuisine and culture.
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755 m
Palace of Europe
456 m
European Court of Human Rights building
569 m
Cité-jardin Ungemach
973 m
Église orthodoxe de tous les saints de Strasbourg
804 m
Observatory of Strasbourg
1.1 km
Hôtel Brion
888 m
Saint-Maurice
894 m
Villa Schutzenberger
443 m
Planétarium de Strasbourg
1.1 km
Pôle européen de gestion et d'économie
1 km
Villa Knopf
856 m
56, Allée de la Robertsau
593 m
Kaysersguet
611 m
Villa Stempel
884 m
Villa Faist
550 m
Immeuble au 37, allée de la Robertsau à Strasbourg
820 m
Maison au 2, rue des Fleurs à Strasbourg
642 m
Immeuble au 26, allée de la Robertsau à Strasbourg
845 m
Maison au 3 allée Kastner à Strasbourg
560 m
Villa au 13, rue Fischart à Strasbourg
927 m
Statue of Jean Hultz
1.1 km
Equestrian statue of Joan of Arc
928 m
Pont de la Protestation
1.1 km
Orgue de tribune de l'église Saint-Maurice
894 m
Buste de Victor Nessler du Parc de l'Orangerie de Strasbourg
43 m
Maison des Droits de l'Homme
452 m
Pont Zaepfel
591 mReviews
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