Grand-Rue: Strasbourg’s main shopping street

The Grand'Rue of Strasbourg, a historic axis of the city

A historic axis of Strasbourg, the Grand'Rue follows the route of the old Roman road that linked the city to Saverne. Lively and commercial, it is one of the main streets of the centre. The Strasbourg audio-guided tour takes it to evoke this old axis full of history, in the heart of the city.

The old Roman road

The Grand'Rue, in Alsatian Langstross, is one of the main streets of Strasbourg. It follows the route of the old Roman road that led from Strasbourg to Saverne, which makes it one of the oldest axes of the city. In the 1920s, it was cut in two during the cutting of Rue du Vingt-Deux-Novembre. Lined with old houses and shops, it keeps a historic charm.

What to see

Here you wander between old houses, shops, cafés and tea rooms, in a street with an authentic atmosphere. A Roman axis become a shopping artery, the Grand'Rue blends history and daily life. It is a pleasant stop to stroll and shop in the heart of old Strasbourg.

Practical information

The Grand'Rue lies in the heart of the historic centre of Strasbourg, reachable on foot. It is a freely accessible public street on the level; the shops, cafés and tea rooms have their own hours. It is easily explored on foot during the discovery of old Strasbourg.

What is the origin of the Grand'Rue of Strasbourg?

It follows the route of the old Roman road linking Strasbourg to Saverne, which makes it one of the oldest axes of the city.

Where is the Grand'Rue?

In the heart of the historic centre of Strasbourg, it is one of the main shopping streets of the city.