Elsau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Train Station Square
Enjoy views of the impressive futuristic train station from this green, pedestrianized plaza at Strasbourg’s core.
Strasbourg Christmas Market
During your visit to Carre d'Or, you can do some window-shopping at Strasbourg Christmas Market. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Strasbourg Cathedral
Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.
Place Kléber
You can learn about the history of Carre d'Or with a visit to Place Kléber. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
European Parliament
After visiting European Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Strasbourg. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this walkable area.
Parc de l'Orangerie
Amble along the lakeside and paddle a row boat across the water in these historic grounds that date back to the 17th century.
Activities
Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg between History and Curiosities
Strasbourg: Guided Historical Neighborhoods Walking Tour
Strasbourg: 2-Hour Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Our pick of the best Elsau Hotel Deals
Hotel Arok
Comfortable beds, good size room. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Origami
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Originals Boutique, Hôtel d'Alsace, Strasbourg Sud
Overall we had an great experience. Location was a bit distant from the city center but the hotel was situated right next to a tram stop. The city center was about 25 min ride one way. The hotel had very decent accommodations although the we wished that the separate toilet room could have at least ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel Athena Spa
Everything was perfect. Helpful stuff and really nice hotel
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Ile
Hallway is smelly; choice of food for breakfast is limited. Room is spacious.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Strasbourg Wilson
Nice staff, good location, clean, quiret. Enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elsau
Montagne Verte
River views and restaurants are just a few features Montagne Verte is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Elmerforst Tram Station or Montagne Verte Tram Stop.
Plaine des Bouchers
If you're spending time in Plaine des Bouchers, check out sights like Meinau Stadium or Roc en Stock and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lycee Couffignal Tram Station or E. Mathis Tram Station.
Neudorf Ouest
If you're spending time in Neudorf Ouest, check out sights like Rivetoile Shopping Centre or Music and Dance Village and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Schluthfeld Tram Station or Landsberg Tram Station.
Quartier de la Gare
While you're in Quartier de la Gare, take in top sights like Train Station Square or Vauban Dam, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Faubourg National Tram Station or Gare Centrale Tram Station.
Petite-France
Travellers choose Petite-France for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Alt Winmarik Tram Station or Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station and check out top sights like Covered Bridge.
City-Centre - Petite France
Travellers love City-Centre - Petite France for its stunning cathedral, and you can see more of Carre d'Or by jumping on the metro at Langstross Grand'Rue Tram Station or Place Broglie Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Kléber and Kammerzell House.
