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Jardin des Deux Rives
★ 4.0(1 review)Park & Garden
peacefulfamily-friendlycross-border
About the Vibe
Tucked along the Rhine on Strasbourg's eastern edge, Jardin des Deux Rives is less a traditional park and more a living monument to Franco-German friendship. The centerpiece is Marc Mimram's elegant cable-stayed bridge, which literally erases the border as you walk between the French and German sides. While the vast open lawns can feel a bit empty on a weekday, the real magic happens in the quirky themed gardens right after the bridge—think oversized garden furniture in the Garden of Treats and the playful Flower Game installation that kids absolutely love.
Known For
- •Mimram cable-stayed bridge
- •themed children's gardens
- •Planet Trail with solar system scale models
- •Franco-German cultural events
Best For
family outingspicnicscross-border walks
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 11, 2026
A peaceful cross-border escape with playful touches
As a local, I've spent plenty of weekends here with my kids, and it's become one of our go-to spots for a change of pace from the city center. The Planet Trail is genuinely impressive—walking the 281 meters from the Sun to Neptune at 1/16 billion scale gives you a real sense of cosmic proportions. The themed gardens are where this place truly shines: the Garden of Treats with its giant chairs and jam jars always makes my daughter laugh, and the Flower Game's snail-shaped wooden logs are perfect for little explorers.
The bridge itself is worth the trip alone, especially at sunset when the light hits the water and the structure. It's not uncommon to see Germans and French mingling on foot or bike, which feels pretty special given the history. My only critique is that the main esplanade can feel a bit barren—bring a blanket and find a shady spot under the trees near the playgrounds. Weekends get busy with families, but weekday mornings are blissfully quiet if you want to stretch your legs along the Rhine.