StrasbourgStrasbourg

HistoryHistory

12 B.C.12 B.C.

Strasbourg was established as the Roman military camp on the Rhine named Argentoratum.

12 B.C.12 B.C.

Strasbourg was established as the Roman military camp on the Rhine named Argentoratum.

HistoryHistory 1434-44:1434-44:

Johannes Gutenberg refines his printing press with moveable metal type while living in Strasbourg.

1434-44:1434-44:

Johannes Gutenberg refines his printing press with moveable metal type while living in Strasbourg.

HistoryHistory

15661566

The Strasbourg University is founded.

15661566

The Strasbourg University is founded.

HistoryHistory

1681 1681

Louis XIV and his troops take over Strasbourg, placing it under French control.

1681 1681

Louis XIV and his troops take over Strasbourg, placing it under French control.

HistoryHistory

1770-711770-71

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a German philosopher and poet, studies law in Strasbourg.

1770-711770-71

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a German philosopher and poet, studies law in Strasbourg.

HistoryHistory

18701870

City of Strasbourg is handed over to the German Empire.

18701870

City of Strasbourg is handed over to the German Empire.

History History

19181918Strasbourg returns to France.

19181918Strasbourg returns to France.

HistoryHistory

19401940

Germans occupy Strasbourg.

19401940

Germans occupy Strasbourg.

HistoryHistory

November 23, 1944November 23, 1944

Strasbourg is liberated by French troops, led by General Leclerc.

November 23, 1944November 23, 1944

Strasbourg is liberated by French troops, led by General Leclerc.

HistoryHistory

19491949Strasbourg is chosen as headquarters for the Council of Europe.

19491949Strasbourg is chosen as headquarters for the Council of Europe.

GeographyGeography Strasbourg is located in the Northeastern part

of France on the Franco-German border in Alsace.

Strasbourg is located in the Northeastern part of France on the Franco-German border in Alsace.

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GeographyGeography Strasbourg is the capital of Alsace

Population: 264,115

Languages: French, German, and Alsatian dialect

Climate: Summers are hot and humid; Winters are raw and relatively cold; Spring and Autumn are pleasant.

Strasbourg is the capital of Alsace

Population: 264,115

Languages: French, German, and Alsatian dialect

Climate: Summers are hot and humid; Winters are raw and relatively cold; Spring and Autumn are pleasant.

GeographyGeography Strasbourg is seat of the Council of Europe,

European Parliament, and European Court of Human Rights.

Industries: machinery, automobiles, aircraft, chemicals, metallurgy, electronics, textiles, food processing, tourism.

Strasbourg is seat of the Council of Europe, European Parliament, and European Court of Human Rights.

Industries: machinery, automobiles, aircraft, chemicals, metallurgy, electronics, textiles, food processing, tourism.

CultureCulture Alsace is famous for its wine,

beer, and sauerkraut. For Saint Nicolas day on the 6th

of December, bakeries prepare brioches, or « Maennele » as tradition.

During Christmas time there are 15 different varieties of cookies that are called « Bredeles. »

Traditionally, breakfast on New Year’s Day is celebrated with a « stolle » which is a special bread.

Alsace is famous for its wine, beer, and sauerkraut.

For Saint Nicolas day on the 6th of December, bakeries prepare brioches, or « Maennele » as tradition.

During Christmas time there are 15 different varieties of cookies that are called « Bredeles. »

Traditionally, breakfast on New Year’s Day is celebrated with a « stolle » which is a special bread.

CultureCultureHouses: In typical houses during the 15th or 16th

centuries, roofs were covered with flat shingles, and wooden boards covered the walls.

Houses: In typical houses during the 15th or 16th

centuries, roofs were covered with flat shingles, and wooden boards covered the walls.

Culture Culture Traditional Strasbourg

Costume.

“La Belle Strasbourgeoise”- Nicolas de Largillière :

Traditional Strasbourg Costume.

“La Belle Strasbourgeoise”- Nicolas de Largillière :

The CathedralThe Cathedral The city is organized

around the cathedral. It was created during

the Middle Ages and took almost three centuries to be completed.

The spire is 142 meters tall and because of this, Notre Dame de Strasbourg was for a while the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1439.

The city is organized around the cathedral.

It was created during the Middle Ages and took almost three centuries to be completed.

The spire is 142 meters tall and because of this, Notre Dame de Strasbourg was for a while the tallest building in the world when it was completed in 1439.

“Little France”“Little France” It’s the most picturesque quarter in Strasbourg. It’s also the original quarter for fishermen,

tanners, and millers.

It’s the most picturesque quarter in Strasbourg. It’s also the original quarter for fishermen,

tanners, and millers.

Strasbourg UniversitiesStrasbourg Universities There are three universities in Strasbourg

Strasbourg I – Université Louis Pasteur Strasbourg II - Université Marc Bloch Strasbourg III – Université Robert Schuman

There are three universities in Strasbourg Strasbourg I – Université Louis Pasteur Strasbourg II - Université Marc Bloch Strasbourg III – Université Robert Schuman

Strasbourg I – Université Louis PasteurStrasbourg I – Université Louis Pasteur

Enrolls more than 18,000 students

Four main campuses Areas of study include

health sciences: (medicine, pharmacy, etc)

exact sciences: astronomy, biology, etc)

social sciences: geography, psychology, education, etc.)

Enrolls more than 18,000 students

Four main campuses Areas of study include

health sciences: (medicine, pharmacy, etc)

exact sciences: astronomy, biology, etc)

social sciences: geography, psychology, education, etc.)

Strasbourg II – Université Marc BlochStrasbourg II – Université Marc Bloch

Located on the Rhine River

Nearly 48,000 students Offers many

humanities fields as a large research university (literature, sociology, philosophy, etc.)

Located on the Rhine River

Nearly 48,000 students Offers many

humanities fields as a large research university (literature, sociology, philosophy, etc.)

Strasbourg III – Université Robert SchumanStrasbourg III – Université Robert Schuman

Approx. 8,500 students Communications,

journalism, law, business, political science, etc.

Approx. 8,500 students Communications,

journalism, law, business, political science, etc.

Vauban BarrageVauban Barrage Created by Taradein in 1690 with the plans

of Vauban, a military engineer. They permit the flooding of the south

quarter in the need of protection against enemies.

Created by Taradein in 1690 with the plans of Vauban, a military engineer.

They permit the flooding of the south quarter in the need of protection against enemies.

The GardensThe Gardens The Orangerie Park. It’s the oldest

quarter in the city. Constructed in 1804

for the Impress Josephine, who often visited Strasbourg.

The Orangerie Park. It’s the oldest

quarter in the city. Constructed in 1804

for the Impress Josephine, who often visited Strasbourg.

Interesting Information Interesting Information

France and Germany are interested in creating a shared region with a common administration, and with Strasbourg as the capital. Think of it as a European Washington D.C. with around 860,000 inhabitants.

France and Germany are interested in creating a shared region with a common administration, and with Strasbourg as the capital. Think of it as a European Washington D.C. with around 860,000 inhabitants.