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France's national anthem, La Marseillaise, was written in Strasbourg.
Language
French
Visas
Not required for British nationals.
Getting there
There is an international airport at Strasbourg served by regular flights from London. Rail and road links from the rest of France are excellent.
Flying time from London
One hour
Getting around
Buses and trams are modern, clean and efficient. Daily and weekly travel cards are a bargain, but a more fun way of getting about is to hire a bike (there is a great network of cycling paths) or even an electric car.
Currency
Euro
Costs
Litre of petrol 80p; glass of beer £2.20; modest restaurant meal £6; roll of camera film £2.50; four-mile taxi ride: £5.50 from 7pm-7am. All prices will vary.
Weather
It's pleasantly warm from June to September, with an average temperature of 18C (65F), but cold from November to March.
Time difference
One hour ahead of GMT
International dialling code from the UK
00 33 3
Voltage
220V, 50Hz AC. Old-style wall sockets take two round prongs; the new kind takes fatter prongs and has a protruding earth prong.
Opening hours
Most shops open 9am-7pm.
Health - Before you go
No vaccinations required. Take an EHIC form with you (available from all UK post offices) to cover any medical treatment you may need.
Health - When you are there
There are no health risks, and the tap water is safe to drink. For medical emergencies, go to the Hopital Civil at 1 Place de L'Hopital.
Warnings
Keep away from the Neuhof area on the outskirts of the city, particularly at night. Book accommodation in advance if travelling during the one week of every month when the European Parliament is in session.
Emergency
Police, dial 17. British Embassy, 16 Rue d'Anjou, Paris. Tel. 01 44 51 31 00.
Customs
There's a strong tradition of Christmas in Strasbourg - hence the Christmas Market - and on December 6, St Nicholas parades around the town.
Pets
Pets may visit France and return to the UK without the need for quarantine, under the government's new Pet Travel Scheme. See your vet well in advance for further information - this can take some time to set up.
Tipping
There's a 10%-15% service charge in restaurants and hotels. Taxi tip is 70 cents to one euro (about 50-60p), whatever the fare.
Tourist office
French Tourist Office, 178 Piccadilly, London, W1V OAL. Tel. 0906 8244 123 (calls charged at 60p per minute).
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