Strasbourg: The historic old town through the Christmas markets – A magical, delicious and easy premium tour with Yann, your certified official local guide.

Ready for a unique immersive experience? Be led by your passionate licensed guide for 3 hours of exploration through Strasbourg's UNESCO-listed streets. Forget typical tours: with me, every corner reveals a surprising story, a fun anecdote, or a well-kept secret.

As soon as we meet (look for my yellow hat) at the foot of the big Christmas tree in Place Kléber (on the street side, not the market side), you'll be immersed in a lively narrative where historical facts and little stories intertwine. Your foodie tour will take you through several of the city’s Christmas markets.

Your festive immersion program includes:

• From Place Kléber to Place Broglie
  We'll head to Place Broglie, an iconic location for the Christmas Market since 1871. Here, the festive aromas of mulled wine and sauerkraut mingle with beautiful santons. This will be an opportunity to hear anecdotes about the national anthem and the liberation of Strasbourg in 1944. (We won't be strolling through the market at Place Kléber, but you'll have plenty of time to do so before we meet.)

• Rue des Orfèvres and the Cathedral
  We will walk along one of the streets with the most spectacular decorations: Rue des Orfèvres. We will then head to Strasbourg's Gothic masterpiece: the Cathedral. I'll tell you about its history and share some interesting stories. This will be an opportunity to show you a traditional Alsatian pottery chalet (Christmas decorations and utensils), a prime example of local craftsmanship.

• Rue du Maroquin and Place Gutenberg
  We will stroll along Rue du Maroquin, one of the most famous streets for its Christmas decorations. We will then pass by the Pont du Corbeau, formerly the “Bridge of Torture” and the official entrance to the Christmas Market. We will take Rue des Tonneliers to learn about Alsatian wine culture, before heading to Place Gutenberg, named after the inventor of the printing press.

• Food tasting and the Petite France quarter
  It's time for a gourmet break in Place Saint-Thomas, a quieter market frequented by locals. Enjoy a hot drink and a delicious grilled pretzel, accompanied by gingerbread and bredele – all local specialties! This will be an opportunity to talk about Protestantism in Alsace. We will then finish the tour in Strasbourg's most picturesque neighborhood, Petite France, with the entertaining and unexpected story behind its name and the one linked to taxes!

• A personalized conclusion
  We will end our tour in the Petite France district. You will have time left (about an hour) to enjoy the Christmas Market on your own or to go to dinner. I will remain available to answer your questions and provide my best personalized recommendations. With me, Strasbourg becomes a story that you experience and remember.