Nestled on the Rhine across the border from Germany, Strasbourg offers your best chance to experience the urban side of France's Alsace region. Each time I walk its people-friendly streets, I'm struck ...

Nearby is the Town Church of St. Mary, where Luther was married, where his children were baptized, and where he preached over ...

While the city dodged serious damage in both world wars, Strasbourg has a dizzying history. It was hit hard during the Franco ...

Here's why Rick Steves recommends this town for exploring Germany's Rhine Gorge, seeing castles, and experiencing one of Europe's most scenic regions.

Two centuries ago, there were dozens of independent states in the part of Europe that was German-speaking. Today, there are only four: Germany, Austria, Switzerland … and Liechtenstein. I like the way ...

Beloved travel erudite Rick Steves is now best known for his detailed guidebooks and engaging TV shows. Yet his passion for exploration kickstarted when he left for his first independent European trip ...

Steves is a realist when it comes to the cost of the average European vacation, but is the ultimate optimist about finding ways to save when you can. "Europe is expensive. Prices are high for ...

Like a German child’s fantasy, Nurnberg’s fairy-godmother-like teenage angel stretched out her arms and said, “If you’re very, very gentle…you can touch my wings.” I stayed seated while little ...

When touring any city, it's fun to drop in on the local university. | In Europe, universities can be essential sightseeing ...