France's self-styled capital of Christmas, with one of Europe's oldest markets, a giant tree and canals lined with half-timbered houses. Here's what Strasbourg is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
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Late November to Christmas Eve is when the Christmas market fills the old town, with the busiest days at weekends. May, June and September are warm and good for boat trips. Winter after Christmas is cold and quiet.
The Christmas market has run since 1570, spread across a dozen squares, with mulled wine, bredele biscuits and wooden toys.
A huge decorated tree stands in Place Kléber all through Advent.
A towering pink sandstone cathedral with an astronomical clock whose figures move every day at half past twelve.
The prettiest corner of the old town, with canals, little bridges and timber-framed houses.
A covered boat glides round the old town and out to the European Parliament. Good in any weather.
Hands-on science for children, with plenty to press, build and climb.
Yes, especially at Christmas. The old town is compact and flat enough for buggies, and the markets are full of lights, food and small rides.
Usually from the last week of November to 24 December. Check this year's dates before you book, as weekends get very busy.
Three or four nights is enough for the markets and the old town, with time for a day trip to Colmar.
There are a few flights to Strasbourg itself, or you can take the Eurostar to Paris and a fast train on from there in under two hours.
Put Strasbourg on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.