A Gourmet Christmas

The HUMANIS Collective of Solidarity Organizations invites you to discover four seasonal cream soups, featuring the flavors and colors of the season, prepared by Michelin-starred chefs from Alsace:

• Riesling-infused wild forest vegetable soup with spiced croutons by Alexis Albrecht, “Au Vieux Couvent” restaurant in Rhinau. Available by the cup from November 27 through December 3.
   
• Leek and potato soup with toasted bread by Oliver Nasti, from the restaurant “Le Chambard” in Kaysersberg.
  Available by the cup: December
  4–10  
• Beet soup, Borscht-style, by Loïc Lefèbvre, from the restaurant “L’atelier du peintre” in Colmar
  . Sold by the cup: December
  11–17  
• Pumpkin soup with Parmesan by Pascal Bastian, from the restaurant “Le Cheval Blanc” in Lembach
  . Sold by the cup: December
  18–24

Purchasing these soups helps sustain HUMANIS’s social integration programs and supports the projects of the solidarity organizations that are members of the Collective.

* For your health, avoid snacking between meals.

In the heart of the Strasbourg Christmas market, the “Quai des Saveurs et des Savoir-faire” celebrates Alsatian culinary delights. Producers, winemakers, restaurateurs, and bakers invite you to discover the region’s specialties, from savory dishes to the famous bredle.

On site, the Bas-Rhin Bakers’ Federation welcomes you to make your mouth water with all its artisanal* specialties, prepared in the Grand Chalet des Bredle on the Place du Marché-aux-Poissons. Traditions, local products, expertise, and “homemade” production are the cornerstones of the profession.
* For your health, avoid snacking between meals. Alcohol abuse is dangerous to your health.

In the heart of the historic center, Place du Temple-Neuf invites you to stroll among its stalls selling decorations, jewelry, candles, and delicacies. It’s a great spot to find a gift or savor some local specialties. The stroll continues through the neighboring streets, past shops, artisans, and gourmet stores, before reaching Rue des Orfèvres, renowned for its Christmas lights and decorations.

In Strasbourg, the dining scene reflects its residents: it’s generous! From traditional winstubs to 100% plant-based restaurants, not to mention international cuisines and reimagined specialties, there’s something for every palate! Don’t hesitate to step inside and discover our Alsatian specialties.

During fun and creative workshops, visitors of all ages make their own Christmas decorations, ornaments, and holiday cards. As a family, budding builders take on the challenge of constructing a miniature wooden cabin using a blueprint, while lovers of beautiful decorations help spruce up the village by personalizing small wooden mobiles.

In the park’s lush green setting, there’s also room for imagination and music! Storytelling, performances, and concerts featuring seasonal melodies bring together local artists, guests from afar, and students from Strasbourg’s music schools in a joyful and intimate atmosphere.

During the school year, the Advent Village also welcomes children from Strasbourg schools for special moments featuring storytelling and creative workshops.

A village to experience, to dream in, and to share—where every little creation and every shared moment adds to the magic of Christmas.

November 27–December 24 at Square Louise Weiss

The village is open continuously from 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All activities are free, require no registration, and are open to the public.

Artisan bakers offer Bredle workshops for children ages 4 to 10 on Wednesdays at the Quai des saveurs et des savoir-faire in the Grand Chalet des Bredle on Place du Marché-aux-Poissons.

Registration is required at 03 88 15 24 00 – duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes. Cost: €5; proceeds will be donated to the “Enfants de Marthe” charity.