Day Three: Strasbourg, France

Our guide told us how these towns along the border between France and Germany long ago went back and forth over which country they belonged to. Hence, a German name, Strasbourg, but now a part of France.  He also told us these border towns speak their own dialect of a combo of French and German.

I asked how they get along now, considering the countries were enemies during WWII.  He replied they get along well now and are at peace. They enjoy their beer and wine together, often arguing over who makes the best.

Strasbourg’s well preserved old town is enclosed by all sides of a little river. We enjoyed a canal cruise, taking in all the sites. Afterwards, I stopped at a Chocolatier and bought the best dark chocolate truffle ever.

Strasbourg Cathedral, built between 1015 and 1439, is one of the world’s most beautiful examples of high Gothic architecture. The entire interior is illuminated by stained glass windows. One of the most outstand features is the Astronomical Clock, with sculptures that animate at different times of the day, including the 12 apostles.

Hitler planned to turn the church into a monument to the German people.

Instead, God prevailed, and Hitler was turned into ashes.