Parc des Contades is one of Strasbourg’s oldest public parks, a leafy retreat that has been welcoming visitors since the 18th century. Originally laid out under the reign of Louis XV, the park was designed as a space for leisure and promenades, and over time it has become a cherished part of the city’s landscape. Its wide avenues, shaded groves, and expansive lawns make it ideal for relaxation, while playgrounds and sports facilities ensure it remains lively and family‑friendly. The park also hosts cultural events and open‑air concerts, adding to its role as a vibrant community hub. Nestled near the city’s European institutions, Parc des Contades reflects Strasbourg’s blend of tradition and modernity, offering both historical resonance and everyday enjoyment. Today, it stands as a symbol of urban greenery, where history, recreation, and social life converge in a welcoming environment.
Strasbourg FranceParc des Contades is located at 20 Avenue de la Paix in Strasbourg's upscale Contades neighborhood, just north of Place de la République in the Neustadt UNESCO district and alongside the serene River Aar. Created in 1764 as an extramural promenade by Marshal de Contades on a former firing range, this green oasis features shaded lawns, a 19th-century cast-iron bandstand hosting free summer concerts, gated playgrounds with swings and slides, ping-pong tables, picnic spots, and elegant early-1900s Villa Osterloff with its medieval-Renaissance turrets. Nearby rise the Synagogue de la Paix, National Theatre of Strasbourg, Palais du Rhin across the square, and easy tram access at Parc du Contades stop on lines B and E, with 10-minute walks to Cathédrale Notre-Dame and Grande Île historic center.
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