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This "little French girl" is a Porto icon. — A Regaleira

A blowtorch makes for an exquisitely caramelized crust. — Semea

Visitors can try all manner of fortified wines here. — Poças

A dish of frango à cafreal, a Goan-Mozambican-Portuguese dish that’s the precursor of Nando’s peri-peri chicken, is the specialty here. — Piri Piri

With their beautiful designs, the tins make for great souvenirs. — Conservas Pinhais

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6 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Strasbourg, France

Updated October 13, 2023

Unusual Attractions in Strasbourg

Strasbourg Astronomical Clock

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Astronomical Clock

There has been an astronomical clock on this spot since the 14th century.

On the right, this barrel is supposed to be filled with the oldest alcohol still stored in the world, a white wine from the year 1472.

Strasbourg, France

Historic Wine Cellar of Strasbourg Hospital

This 14th century wine cellar is home to the oldest barrel-stored wine in the world.

Demons portrayed in the stained-glass windows of Strasbourg Cathedrals.

Strasbourg, France

Stained-Glass Demons

Explore this medieval cathedral by trying to spot all the malevolent monsters hiding in its beautifully colored windows.

Reconstruction of a Vodou prayer room.

Strasbourg, France

Château Musée Vodou

This fascinating museum in an old water tower holds the world's largest collection of Vodou artifacts from western and central Africa.

Graffiti from 1611.

Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Cathedral's Antique Graffiti

Visitors dating back to the 1600s carved their marks in the stones of the iconic tower.

Strasbourg, France

Büchmesser (Belly Measuring Column)

A pink sandstone column once used in ancient times to measure one's belly after a night of debauchery.

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Memorial to Félicette, the First Cat in Space

The little tuxedo cat survived the trip, then languished in obscurity.

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Cool Places to Eat & Drink in Strasbourg

On the right, this barrel is supposed to be filled with the oldest alcohol still stored in the world, a white wine from the year 1472.

Strasbourg, France

Historic Wine Cellar of Strasbourg Hospital

This 14th century wine cellar is home to the oldest barrel-stored wine in the world.

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