Place Kleber
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Marcin 7-17
Gdynia, Poland3,795 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
a very nice square just in front of the most important monuments in Strasbourg .. With a monument to Kleber, nice fountains and pubs.
Written August 10, 2021
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amreltouny
cairo - egypt144 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
The largest square at the center of the city of Strasbourg. In the square is a statue of general Kléber, under which is a vault containing his remains.
Most of the luxury brands have opened their shops in this prestigious and historical area of the city. Home to the apple store and galeries lafayette dept store.
The first name of Place Kléber was Barfüsserplatz ('square of the barefoot nuns' in German: square of the bare-feet-goers because a Franciscan monastery was standing along the square). In the 17th century the name changed to Waffenplatz ('arms square' in German). On 24 June 1840 the square was finally renamed for the French general Jean-Baptiste Kléber. During German occupation in 1940-1944, the place was renamed after Karl Roos, a local ethnically German politician executed by French authorities in 1940 on the charges of espionage for Germany.
Traditionally, a huge fir tree (30 m) coming from the Vosges mountains is erected every year on the south west of the Place Kléber and inhabitants deposited gifts for the poors. During the Christmas market, the booths of 50 charitable associations make the Village du Partage (village for sharing).
Cafes, Shopping, Views, beautiful architecture and Christmas markets are what you will find in this historical square.
Most of the luxury brands have opened their shops in this prestigious and historical area of the city. Home to the apple store and galeries lafayette dept store.
The first name of Place Kléber was Barfüsserplatz ('square of the barefoot nuns' in German: square of the bare-feet-goers because a Franciscan monastery was standing along the square). In the 17th century the name changed to Waffenplatz ('arms square' in German). On 24 June 1840 the square was finally renamed for the French general Jean-Baptiste Kléber. During German occupation in 1940-1944, the place was renamed after Karl Roos, a local ethnically German politician executed by French authorities in 1940 on the charges of espionage for Germany.
Traditionally, a huge fir tree (30 m) coming from the Vosges mountains is erected every year on the south west of the Place Kléber and inhabitants deposited gifts for the poors. During the Christmas market, the booths of 50 charitable associations make the Village du Partage (village for sharing).
Cafes, Shopping, Views, beautiful architecture and Christmas markets are what you will find in this historical square.
Written January 21, 2016
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EUcivilization
Beverly Hills, MI366 contributions
Apr 2017 • Family
Nice square surrounded by a set of beautiful buildings, a preferred gathering place for locals and tourists alike.
Written April 23, 2017
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Ronald B
The Hague, The Netherlands2,271 contributions
Mar 2017
By mistake I wrote that Place Gutenberg has an awful view on an shop building with a FNAC. This had to be be this Palace Kleber. Gutenberg is perfect.
Written October 21, 2020
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Eleanna | Flying Fork Tales
Athens, Greece26 contributions
Nov 2019
This area has all the big name shops and cafés, like Galleries Lafayette a little further down, the Apple store, Printemps, Lush Cosmetics, Sephora and more. Also has big chain eateries like Starbucks and McDonalds. You'll see many locals scrolling around the square, window shopping, as well as students sitting at Starbucks in front of their laptops. This is also where they put up the large Christmas tree in December. This area will give you more of a feel for the local's daily life.
Written November 16, 2019
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Peterjohnny
Wollongong, Australia89 contributions
Sep 2019
Have previously visited just before Christmas when markets are held and it was amazing. This time around I found it a little boring.
Written September 15, 2019
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DotsGirl2
Vancouver, Canada344 contributions
Sep 2019 • Friends
This is the largest square in Strasbourg. It is nice. It is surrounded by old buildings which mainly have department stores in them. There is also a Starbucks in this square. It was fun to walk around and it is close to the main tram station
Written September 10, 2019
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Dragan Petrović
Munich, Germany1,091 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
The largest square in the city of Strasbourg can be found on Grand Ile (Great Island), which represents historical and commercial centre of Strasbourg.
This city square is named after Jean-Baptiste Kleber, born in Strasbourg in 1753, who was French general during French revolutionary wars.
The square is surrounded by many shops, markets, restaurants. Among the statue of general Kleber, the dominant building is Aubette Palace, which is built by king's architect Jacques Francois Blonde between 1765 and 1772. Today, after restoration in 2006, it's packed by a few shops and restaurants.
I would recommend.
This city square is named after Jean-Baptiste Kleber, born in Strasbourg in 1753, who was French general during French revolutionary wars.
The square is surrounded by many shops, markets, restaurants. Among the statue of general Kleber, the dominant building is Aubette Palace, which is built by king's architect Jacques Francois Blonde between 1765 and 1772. Today, after restoration in 2006, it's packed by a few shops and restaurants.
I would recommend.
Written November 19, 2018
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Marilyn C
Auckland Central, New Zealand31 contributions
Dec 2017 • Couples
Dramatic lighting and the city's biggest Christmas tree during December. An excellent farmers' market at other times.
Written January 5, 2018
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mayastephan
Lebanon28 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
During Christmas you will find the big Christmas tree very well decorated with changing colors. A big place. you will find shops all around.
Written December 20, 2016
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portiamelie
Pittsburgh, PA
Is the Christmas tree still up the first week in January?
Arvanitou
Frankfurt, Germany106 contributions
Unfortunately I can’t answer 100% ,normally it is but it’s something they decide every year
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Frequently Asked Questions about Place Kleber
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Place Kleber:
- Strasbourg : Hidden Gems and Untold Stories (From $85.36)
- Strasbourg Christmas Market Small Group Walking Tour (From $16.64)
- Selfguided and interactive tour of Strasbourg (From $69.90)
- Strasbourg Splendor – Private Walking Tour (From $233.00)
- Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg between History and Curiosities (From $35.51)
- Hotels near Place Kleber:
- (0.04 mi) Life Renaissance- New Concept
- (0.08 mi) Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
- (0.05 mi) Aparthotel Adagio Strasbourg Place Kleber
- (0.13 mi) Hotel Hannong
- (0.12 mi) Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Ile
- Restaurants near Place Kleber:
- (0.03 mi) Starbucks Coffee
- (0.03 mi) Burgard
- (0.09 mi) Le Bistrot Des Cocottes
- (0.08 mi) Au Crocodile
- (0.09 mi) Tonneau
- Attractions near Place Kleber:
- (0.01 mi) Statue du Général Kléber
- (0.02 mi) Librairie Gallimard du Monde entier
- (0.03 mi) Grande Île
- (0.03 mi) Strasbourg Riviera Bar Crawl & Tours
- (0.04 mi) Fnac
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