Place Kléber
Strasbourg’s largest central square, with a statue of General Kléber at its center and a giant Christmas tree during the festive season.
Place Kléber is the largest square on the Grande Île in Strasbourg. It is named after General Kléber, a commander of the French Revolution who was born here, and his statue and tomb stand at its center. On the north side, the “Red Building,” L’Aubette, was converted from an 18th-century guardhouse and features avant-garde art decoration inside. During the Christmas market each year, a giant Christmas tree about 30 meters tall is raised in the center of the square, making it the focal point of the city’s lights. Shopping streets surround the square, and the tram hub at Homme de Fer station is nearby. It makes a good starting point for exploring the city on foot.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- St. Thomas Church, Strasbourg
- Maison Kammerzell
- Strasbourg Christmas Market (Christkindelsmärik)
- Strasbourg Cathedral
- La Petite France
- Musée Alsacien
- Batorama Boat Tour
- Palais Rohan