Panoramic views from the Dam terraces

The panoramic terrace of the Vauban Dam, a view over La Petite France

At the top of the Vauban Dam, a fine panoramic terrace offers a superb overall view of La Petite France and the covered bridges. The Strasbourg audio-guided tour stops here to enjoy this viewpoint, one of the finest in the city over old Strasbourg and its canals.

A belvedere laid out on the fortifications

The Vauban Dam, a former fortification work, has been laid out as a belvedere: a panoramic terrace was installed at the top of the building. From there, you take in at a single glance La Petite France, the covered bridges and their towers, and the arms of the Ill. This viewpoint offers one of the finest perspectives over old Strasbourg, combining military history and panorama.

What to see

From the terrace, you enjoy a panoramic view of La Petite France, the covered bridges, their medieval towers and the cathedral in the distance. It is the ideal spot to photograph old Strasbourg as a whole. The terrace, freely laid out at the top of the dam, offers one of the finest panoramas of the city.

Practical information

The panoramic terrace lies at the top of the Vauban Dam, at the entrance of La Petite France, in Strasbourg, reachable on foot. Access to the terrace follows its own hours, which vary with the season; it may require climbing a few steps. It is best to check the hours before coming to fully enjoy the view.

What can you see from the terrace of the Vauban Dam?

A panoramic view of La Petite France, the covered bridges and their towers, the arms of the Ill and the cathedral in the distance.

Where is the panoramic terrace?

At the top of the Vauban Dam, at the entrance of La Petite France, in Strasbourg.