The Ultimate Guide to Shopping in Strasbourg
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Whether you’re visiting Strasbourg for the Christmas markets, a romantic weekend, or a quick stop between Paris and Germany, you’ll definitely want to leave room in your suitcase because shopping in Strasbourg is such a delight.
Even though you don’t have as many stores as Paris, the city’s compact size actually works in your favor. Most of the best Strasbourg shopping is concentrated on the Grande Île, the historic island at the heart of the city, where you’ll find everything from designer boutiques and antique shops to affordable French labels and authentic souvenir stores. It’s wonderfully walkable, so you can spend an afternoon leisurely browsing between cafés and the iconic Cathedral.
Below, you’ll find my ultimate Strasbourg shopping guide, including the best shopping streets, local markets, and everything in between.
If you’re planning a trip to Alsace or enjoying some retail therapy in France, here are a few guides you might enjoy next:
Department Stores
Strasbourg boasts one major department store, Galeries Lafayette, an historic icon of French retail housed in a grand Art Nouveau building on Rue du 22 Novembre. It’s the best one-stop destination in the city for fashion, beauty, and homeware.
Inside, you’ll find the latest collections from famous fashion labels like Sandro, Maje, and Chloé, as well as French beauty brands such as Guerlain, Lancôme and Diptyque.
The top floor is dedicated to home décor and kitchenware. Here you’ll also find a small gourmet section with edible souvenirs worth the extra luggage space, most notably the famous jams by Christine Ferber, Alsace’s beloved “jam fairy.”
And if you’re wondering about Printemps, the city’s other major department store, it sadly closed its doors in 2021.
Shopping Malls
If you prefer all your favorite stores under one roof, Strasbourg has a few shopping malls near the city center with major French and international retail chains. Most of the shops here are more on the affordable side too.
Just a short walk from Place Kléber, Place des Halles is Strasbourg’s main shopping center, with over 120 stores ranging from fashion and beauty to home décor and lifestyle. You’ll find popular retailers like Sephora, Zara, and Foot Locker, along with a few local boutiques and casual dining options.
Rivétoile offers a more relaxed shopping experience with 85 boutiques and restaurants, plus an E.Leclerc hypermarket and UGC movie theater.
Set along the scenic Austerlitz Basin, it’s not as central as Places des Halles, but in my experience, it’s often less crowded. Both offer a similar mix of brands, so you probably don’t need to visit both.
Located right on Place Kléber, the Aubette Shopping Gallery is very small but beautifully situated in one of Strasbourg’s most iconic squares. Inside, you’ll find around ten shops including Zara and the Apple Store.
Photo credit: Place des Halles
Shopping Streets
No Strasbourg shopping guide would be complete without a stroll down the city’s most shoppable streets. Most are located on the main island, which makes it easy to explore them all on foot. Whether you’re after French fashion labels or unique Alsatian souvenirs, these streets showcase the crème de la crème of Strasbourg shopping.
Rue des Grandes Arcades
Rue des Grandes Arcades connects Place Kléber to Place Gutenberg and is one of the best streets for affordable fashion and beauty.
It gets quite crowded in this area, especially on the weekends, so be sure to start your shopping day early.
The street starts with Monoprix (France’s version of Target) for groceries and even French souvenirs and ends at Calzedonia, a budget-friendly Italian brand with a nice selection of socks and tights.
Where to Shop
Intimissimi. Italian lingerie and iconic cashmere tops.
Kiko Milano. Affordable Italian cosmetics, including their famous lip glosses.
Yves Rocher. Natural French skincare and cosmetics made in Brittany, France.
Calezdonia. Comfortable, stylish tights, socks, and sometimes swimwear.
Rituals. Luxury home and bath products.
Etam. Affordable French lingerie.
Monoprix. Everything from snacks to souvenirs.
Mireille Oster. Gourmet gingerbread that’s also one of the best souvenirs from Strasbourg.
Grand’Rue
Stretching about a kilometer (just over half a mile), Grand’Rue is a fully pedestrianized street lined with fashion boutiques, independent stores, plus plenty of bars and restaurants.
I often turn down this street for a gourmet éclair at Donatien Maître Éclair or an American-style burger and fries at PNY, but the shopping here is just as worth the detour.
Where to Shop
Carpe Diem. Affordable, trendy jewelry.
Librairie Quai des Brumes. Independent bookstore with a lovely selection of titles.
Max Mara. Designer fashion, often cheaper than in the U.S.
Celeste. Charming gift shop with jewelry, stationery and home décor.
Droguerie du Cygne. Household goods, soaps, linens, and more.
Rue de la Mésange
Running along the tram line, Rue de la Mésange is a small shopping street with a selection of designer labels and upscale boutiques. For a petite pause during your shopping, stop by Cafés Reck for an artisanal coffee at the bar and maybe take a bag of beans home as a souvenir.
Where to Shop
Louis Vuitton. French luxury at its finest.
Zadig & Voltaire. Cool, rock-chic Parisian fashion.
ba&sh. Bohemian brand loved by French women.
Aroma Zone. Fans of DIY beauty will love this, get essential oils and beauty powders
Nespresso. If you own a Nespresso machine, stock up on coffee pods. They are much cheaper in France. Be sure to try the Café Joyeux blend that you can’t find in the U.S.
Rue du Dôme
At the end of Rue de la Mésange, you’ll arrive at Place Broglie. Take a right, and you’ll quickly find yourself on Rue du Dôme, one of Strasbourg’s most refined shopping streets. It’s best known for its cluster of watch and jewelry shops, where names like Cartier, TAG Heuer, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and Rolex line the street. For luxury timepieces, I recommend visiting any one of Edouard Genton’s boutiques, a leader in fine watchmaking and jewelry in the region.
Beyond the horology, there’s plenty more to explore. Below are a few of my favorite stops along the way.
Where to Shop
Popeline. A charming consignment shop with beautifully curated pieces.
American Vintage. Marseille-based brand with colorful knitwear and sweatsets.
Maison Alsacienne de Biscuiterie. A must-visit for Alsatian sweets and buttery biscuits to take home.
Longchamp. Classic French leather goods that never go out of style.
COS. Clean, minimalist Scandinavian fashion.
Rue des Hallebardes
Towards the end of Rue du Dôme, you’ll come across two more of Strasbourg’s main shopping streets. Turn left for Rue des Juifs or right for Rue des Hallebardes, both filled with all sorts of shops. Rue des Hallebardes has a little bit of everything, including luxury labels and more affordable French favorites.
Where to Shop
Aubade. Elegant French lingerie.
Mellow Yellow. Colorful, contemporary French shoes and accessories.
L’Occitane. Provençal beauty staples including the cult-favorite almond shower oil.
Sud Express. Trendy, affordable French womenswear.
Pylones. Famous French gift shop chain with colorful souvenirs.
Rue des Juifs
Connected to Rue des Hallebardes, Rue des Juifs is another Strasbourg shopping street with endless fashion boutiques like Sèssun, Acoté, Odaje, and Pied de Biche. I also frequent this street for a niche range of concept stores, and one of my favorite coffee shops in Strasbourg, Mokxa.
Where to Shop
Jonak. Parisian shoe brand known for chic, timeless styles.
Des Petits Hauts. Dreamy knits and soft pastels that define French-girl style.
Oh My Cream! Clean beauty concept store featuring niche French skincare brands.
Berthel. An excellent spot for unique souvenirs from Strasbourg. They have lots of handcrafted gifts and artisanal homeware.
Boutique Singulière. Curated fashion and jewelry boutique. You’ll recognize it by its witty (and ever-changing) sign out front.
Rue du Vieux-Marché-aux-Poissons
If you love mid-range Parisian labels like Sandro, Maje, and Gérard Darel, this is the street for you. Just steps from the Cathedral, Rue du Vieux-Marché-aux-Poissons is home to some of the top French fashion brands, many of them conveniently side by side.
You’ll also find a few specialty boutiques on this street and open-air markets on the weekends.
Where to Shop
Sandro. Parisian chic with a modern twist.
Maje. Feminine silhouettes and effortless tailoring.
The Kooples. Rock-inspired French fashion.
Gérard Darel. Timeless and polished pieces.
Claudie Pierlot. Preppy and quintessentially French.
Jimmy Fairly. Stylish and affordable French eyewear.
Rue des Orfèvres
Foodies will especially fall for Rue des Orfèvres with its array of gourmet shops and local specialties. It’s a perfect stop for edible souvenirs or an indulgent mid-day treat while you shop around Strasbourg.
During the Christmas markets, this street transforms into one of the most photographed in the city, with twinkling lights and festive decorations hanging everywhere.
Where to Shop
Maison Lohro. One of the top cheesemongers in France. Pop in for a fine selection of French cheese to take home and one of their delicious sandwiches for a quick lunch.
Dammann Frères. Famous French tea brand, their Strasbourg Cathedral blend makes a lovely gift.
Le Tanneur. French leather goods and artisanal accessories.
Chocolat Weiss. Artisanal French chocolate since 1882. One of the best chocolate shops in the city.
Carpe Diem. Affordable, trendy jewelry.
Thrift Stores
For budget-friendly shopping in Strasbourg, the city is full of thrift stores and vintage shops. I could easily write an entire post just on this topic, but here are a few of my favorites: Le Grenier, Friperie Le Léopard, Le Concept, Rehab, Cabaret du Chat, Maison Claude and Poulet Fripes.
For pre-loved designer pieces, check out consignment shops like Depot Vente de Luxe, Fanfreluches et Colifichets, Troc-Mode, Second Love, L'Atelier Vintage, Accessible and Popeline.
Emmaüs is a national non-profit with locations across France. They do have a store in Strasbourg, however, it’s about 15 minutes by bus from the city center.
Oxfam is another association with a small, but highly central shop. Beyond clothing and accessories, you can find books, games, toys, dishes and other trinkets.
Photo credit: Fanfreluches & Colifichets
Flea Markets
Strasbourg is home to a host of outdoor markets where you can hunt for antiques, trinkets, home goods, and local specialties. Known locally as brocantes or marchés aux puces, these markets are best explored on the weekdays or early on the weekends to avoid the crowds. When I’m in the mood to do some shopping, I like to get to the markets before lunchtime.
For home goods, clothing, jewelry and other curiosities, the market at Place du Vieux Marché aux Poissons is held every Wednesday and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is also a nearby farmers’ market on Rue de la Douane that runs every Saturday morning.
A few steps away at Place de l’Étal, Place des Tripiers and Rue de la Grande Boucherie, flea markets are open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
One of the city’s most famous markets takes place at Place Broglie on Wednesdays and Fridays. About six or seven weekends a year, it turns into an antique and crafts market. In late November and December, it becomes the location of Strasbourg’s main Christmas market.
The booksellers' market occurs along Rue des Hallebardes and Place Kléber on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Here you can shop for secondhand books (including some English titles) and vintage prints.
On Rue des Grandes Arcades, open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., you’ll find a small flower market.
Souvenir Shops
The Strasbourg Cathedral is the city’s top tourist attraction, so it’s no surprise that Place de la Cathédrale is full of souvenir shops. Postcards, stuffed animals, keychains, mugs, linens, and many more mementos can be found here.
For something a little more unique, many of the boutiques I’ve mentioned above carry thoughtfully curated local items.
Two more of my favorites are the Curieux and Curieuse concept stores. Each carries gifts for men and women, respectively and feature cool local brands and artisanal products you won’t find in the typical gift shops. I often visit both when shopping for gifts for friends and family.
La Maison de Hanssen & Gretel is another popular spot for local goods from across Europe, including gingerbread from Gertwiller and pottery from Soufflenheim. During the Christmas season, the storefront is festively decked out (I even included it in my Strasbourg Christmas market guide).
A few other small shops celebrating local artists include Les Herbes Folles, a small boutique shop with eco-responsible artisan goods and a nice selection of jewelry, as well as Little Nuage for locally made jewelry, accessories, stationery, and other small gifts.
What are your favorite places to shop in Strasbourg? Let me know in the comments below.
