Strasbourg is bursting with specialties to slip into your suitcase: in just 3 days, the Keller family brought back soft Bretzels, Pain d’épices by Mireille Oster, a bottle of organic Alsace Wines, Wooden Souvenirs from Alsatrucs, and a box of Georges Bruck foie gras products for €78 – proof that a precise shopping plan is all it takes to treat your entire entourage.
5 must-have souvenirs to bring back from Strasbourg 🏅
Upon arrival, here is the most sought-after quick list by travelers:
- 🥨 Bretzels and local Perle Beer for a 100% Alsatian aperitif
- 🍯 Pain d’épices, Artisanal chocolates, and Foie gras products for gourmets
- 🪵 Wooden souvenirs and Ceramics from Soufflenheim for a rustic chic table
- 🎎 Alsatian dolls and Strasbourg screen prints signed Bretzel Airlines for decor
- 🍇 Alsace wines and Crémant to celebrate all year round
Gourmet addresses: where to find pain d’épices, foie gras, and local beers? 🍽️
Pain d’épices & bredele in Petite France
The Mireille Oster shop (14 Rue des Dentelles) sells more than 30 recipes; its ginger nonnettes keep well for 2 months of travel.
- 📌 Alternative: Not Parisienne lists other bakers.
- 📦 Vacuum-seal packaging for hassle-free customs clearance.
High-end foie gras products
Georges Bruck, 26 Rue des Orfèvres, prepares the famous pâté en croûte made to order (48 h). Ideal for a premium corporate gift.
- 🎁 Opt for the mini terrine 125 g (< €12) if traveling in cabin luggage.
- 🔗 Detailed historic references on Mon Week-End en Alsace.
Local beer and Alsace wines
The Brasserie Perle (10 Rue de l’Abattoir) brews a honeyed acacia IPA; the Cave des Hospices (Porte de l’Hôpital) keeps a Riesling… from 1472! Both addresses ship your cartons within mainland France.
- 🍻 Free tasting every Friday at 5 p.m.
- 🍇 Exclusive 2025 biodynamic selection.
Alsatian craftsmanship: wood, ceramics & traditional dolls 🎨
Wooden souvenirs signed Alsatrucs
At 5 Place du Marché-aux-Cochons-de-Lait, artisans recycle beech wood from the Vosges to create rosette cutting boards and rocking pretzels.
- 🛍️ Highlight piece: stork keychain (€8).
- 🔗 Full report on Enjoy Strasbourg.
Soufflenheim ceramics just steps from the Cathedral
The Poterie d’Alsace (3 Rue des Frères) displays the traditional cobalt blue glazed kougelhopf mold.
- 🧑🍳 Ovenproof to 250 °C for homemade baeckeoffe.
- 🎨 Hand-painted; each piece is dated.
Alsatian dolls and pop screen prints
The Bretzel Airlines textiles combine geek culture and folklore; their Strasbourg screen prints sell in limited editions (250 copies).
- 👗 T-shirt “May the Flämkuche be with you”: 2025 bestseller.
- 🎎 Doll in black costume & red headdress – handmade in Eguisheim.
To deepen the discovery of French craftsmanship, also check out this selection of made in France objects.
Fashion & pop culture: from the Racing jersey to quirky screen prints 👕
Racing Club de Strasbourg: Meinau in your wardrobe
The official shop (1 Rue de la Mésange) personalizes printing in 10 minutes. The 2025 third jersey features the silhouette of the Cathedral.
- ⚽ Entry + jersey = €89 as a package.
- 🏆 Eco-friendly licensed product.
Strasbourg screen prints and geek accessories
Bretzel Airlines reimagines Star Wars or LEGO with Alsatian humor; magnets from €4.
- 📦 Delivered rolled in a secure kraft tube.
- 🖼️ A2 format ideal for Ikea framing.
Need more inspiration? The guide Boutiques de souvenirs à Strasbourg summarizes all mentioned stores.
Summary table: what to buy, where, and for what budget 📊
| 🎁 Souvenir | Shop & Address | Average price | Durability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥨 Fresh Bretzels | Maison Kammerzell, 16 Place de la Cathédrale | €2 | 48 h |
| 🍯 Pain d’épices | Mireille Oster, 14 Rue des Dentelles | €7 | 2 months |
| 🍇 Alsace wines | Cave des Hospices, Porte de l’Hôpital | €9 | 5 years |
| 🪵 Wooden souvenirs | Alsatrucs, 5 Place du Marché-aux-Cochons-de-Lait | €15 | Lifetime |
| 🦆 Foie gras | Georges Bruck, 26 Rue des Orfèvres | €25 | 6 months |
For more gourmet gift ideas in the Grand Est, take a look at Mon Grand Est or the Reddit Strasbourg discussion thread.
FAQ – Strasbourg souvenirs in 2025
Which souvenir to bring back from Strasbourg that fits in cabin luggage?
Pain d’épices vacuum-packed or a box of bredele fit easily into cabin luggage and remain consumable for several weeks.
How to transport Alsace wine by plane?
Use IATA-approved insulated cases; most cellars, like the Hospices cellar, provide them free of charge from 6 bottles onward.
Where to find authentic ceramics on Sundays?
The Poterie d’Alsace is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month, wedged between mass and tourist influx.
Are there vegan souvenirs in Strasbourg?
Yes: artisan chocolates without milk from Chocolaterie Naegel and beech wood boards from Alsatrucs are certified animal ingredient free.
Can you order online after the trip?
Several shops, including Bretzel Airlines and Georges Bruck, now deliver throughout Europe; a shipping cost comparison is available on 123souvenir.com.
