Sophie's French Travel Notes The capital of Alsace, France, Strasbourg, Strasbourg, is located on the French-German border, 30 minutes from Colmar, the theme of Zhao Wei's Chinese restaurant recently. Train journey. Due to its geographical proximity to Germany, the architecture is mostly German. A small scenic spot on the right hand side of the train station is a very special place in Strasbourg. The whole river embankment is connected by a number of different styles of stone bridges on both sides. Both sides are German-style taupe triangular roofs, and black wooden slabs are used to build exterior huts. Take a stroll along the river embankment and experience the unique blend of German and French culture. If you have time, you can book a cruise to see the scenery on both sides of the river.