Parc de la Citadelle, Urban park in Strasbourg, France
The green space extends across 11 hectares, featuring shaded pathways that wind along water-filled moats and through gardens with mature trees.
The park occupies the grounds of a former military fortress constructed by Vauban in 1681, which fell during the siege of Strasbourg in 1870.
The park maintains several original citadel elements, including a rescue door, escarpment wall, and two bastions that represent French military engineering.
Visitors reach the park via Tram C or E at Esplanade station or Bus 30 at Ankara stop, with multiple entrances providing access to different areas.
The water-filled moats now serve as habitats for ducks and turtles, while an aquatic playground offers recreational activities for children.
Location: Strasbourg
GPS coordinates: 48.57560,7.77472
Latest update: May 28, 2025 07:29
Strasbourg offers numerous photographic opportunities beyond its main attractions. The city presents a collection of historic timber-framed houses, medieval bridges, hidden courtyards and notable architectural monuments from various periods. From the hieroglyph-adorned Maison Égyptienne to the neoclassical University Palace, from ancient defensive structures to Art Nouveau villas, these sites reveal authentic aspects of Strasbourg's heritage. In the tanners' quarter, the Maison des Tanneurs documents the medieval craft tradition, while the Cour du Corbeau, with its multi-story wooden galleries, represents one of the city's oldest preserved inns. Rue du Jeu-des-Enfants leads through a quiet collection of historic residences, and Place de la République demonstrates the late 19th-century Prussian urban planning. The Barrage Vauban, a 17th-century defensive installation, provides wide views over the Ill River and the Ponts Couverts from its rooftop terrace. Away from the tourist crowds, additional photogenic locations include the vaulted cellars of the Cave des Hospices Civils, where wine has been stored for centuries, the Art Nouveau architecture along Allée de la Robertsau, and the neoclassical facade of the Lycée des Pontonniers. Place Saint-Étienne and Place Saint-Thomas show everyday city life in historic settings. These locations enable photographs that go beyond typical postcard views and provide a nuanced perspective on Strasbourg's architectural diversity.
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