Nightlife · Strasbourg · France
Strasbourg nightlife
Where the evenings happen in Strasbourg, from early drinks to late nights.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Strasbourg's nightlife is relaxed and student-driven, centred on bars and brasseries in Krutenau and the old town, with live music and wine bars rather than big clubs. The main areas are Krutenau, Place du Marché Gayot and Quai des Pêcheurs.
Key facts
- Nightlife areas
- 3
- Stay near the action
- Krutenau
- Local drink
- Alsace wine
Where to go out
Krutenau
Student bars and pubs around Rue de Zurich and Place de Zurich.
Place du Marché Gayot
A small square behind the cathedral lined with bar terraces.
Quai des Pêcheurs
Bars on moored barges and along the Ill, popular on summer evenings.
Nightlife tips
- Bars generally close around 1–2am, with a few later venues at weekends.
- Trams stop running after midnight, so plan to walk or take a taxi home.
What to drink
- Alsace wine — Alsace produces mostly white wines named after their grapes, including Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and Sylvaner, as well as sparkling Crémant d'Alsace.
- Alsatian beer — Alsace has a long brewing history, and Strasbourg's breweries and many craft brewers produce lagers and seasonal beers such as bière de Noël at Christmas.
Evenings through the year
Sunset and the overnight low decide how long the outdoor part of a night lasts. July has the warmest evenings, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
| Month | Sunset (15th) | Overnight low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | About 17:00 | -1°C (30°F) | 10 |
| April | About 20:20 | 5°C (41°F) | 9 |
| July | About 21:27 | 14°C (57°F) | 10 |
| October | About 18:40 | 7°C (45°F) | 9 |
Getting home late
- Walking — The Grande Île, Petite France and Krutenau are best explored on foot; walking from the station to the cathedral takes about 15–20 minutes.
- Tram — Buy tickets from machines at stops or on the CTS app and validate before boarding.
- Bus — CTS buses complement the trams and reach outlying districts such as the Robertsau.
Staying safe at night
Strasbourg is generally calm for visitors. Pickpocketing increases in the Christmas market crowds, so keep valuables secure. Watch out for cyclists and trams when crossing streets.
- Emergency number
- 112 (European emergency number)
Where to stay for nightlife
$$ · Best for nightlife, food lovers, budget and solo travellers
Krutenau
Just south-east of the Grande Île across the Ill, Krutenau is a lively district of university students, bars, small restaurants and independent shops around Place de Zurich and Rue de Zurich. It is a short walk from the cathedral and good value for food and drink.
- Good
- Lively evenings; Good-value restaurants; Short walk to the old town
- Watch out
- Noise from bars at night; Few hotels
- Nearby
- Place de Zurich, Musée Tomi Ungerer, University of Strasbourg
Questions travellers ask
+Where is the best nightlife in Strasbourg?
Krutenau, Place du Marché Gayot and Quai des Pêcheurs. Student bars and pubs around Rue de Zurich and Place de Zurich.
+Which area of Strasbourg is best for nightlife?
Krutenau: Former fishermen's quarter turned student district of bars and bistros.