Should you visit Strasbourg or Nantes?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Strasbourg and Nantes can help you decide which place is right for you.
Strasbourg
Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.
Nantes
Nantes is a city in western France, located on the Loire River, 31 miles from the Atlantic coast. The city is the sixth largest in France, with almost 600,000 inhabitants within the Urban area. Together with Saint-Nazaire, a seaport located on the Loire estuary, Nantes forms the main metropolis of north-western France. The city has a unique architectural heritage with its magnificent Chateau des ducs de Bretagne - a Renaissance-style castle nestled in a fortress, a medieval quarter and one of the highest cathedrals of France. It has been transformed in the last 20 years probably more than any other city in France. It is not only a vibrant and young metropolis often rewarded for its top-quality of life, but a city where art has literally been integrated in all possible aspects, making it a true example of how artists can turn a city upside down.
Which city is cheaper, Nantes or Strasbourg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg is €111, while the average daily cost in Nantes is €87. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Strasbourg and Nantes in more detail.
Accommodation
Double occupancy rooms typically run around €106 in Strasbourg For nicer amenities and a premiere location, you can expect to pay a bit more.
The prices for places to stay in Nantes can vary by date, location, and type. Generally, the average cost for accommodation per person is €48, while a typical double-occupancy hotel room for two people will cost around €96.
Food
The average traveler spends about €35 per day in Strasbourg for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
In Nantes travelers spend around €22 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Strasbourg €35
Nantes €22
Local Transportation
To get around in Strasbourg, the average visitor spends €36 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
Nantes's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend €29 per person, per day on transportation in Nantes.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg
Also for Strasbourg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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transfer from Strasbourg to Zurich or the opposite way:
$659
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Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport:
$93
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Strasbourg International SXB Airport Luxury Van Private Arrival Transfer:
$63
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Strasbourg International SXB Airport Business Car Private Departure Transfer:
$60
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Strasbourg International SXB Airport Business Car Private Arrival Transfer:
$60
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Privatre transfer from Strasbourg to Saverne or the opposite way:
$149
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Private transfert to Strasbourg from Lucerne (Switzerland) or the opposite way:
$610
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Private transfert to Strasbourg from Bern (Switzerland) or the opposite way:
$647
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Private transfert to Heidelberg from Strasbourg or the opposite way:
$379
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Private transfert to Baden-Baden from Strasbourg or the opposite way:
$174
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Private transfert from Strasbourg to Freiburg im Breisgau or the opposite way:
$236
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Private transfer from Strasbourg to Triberg Im Schwarzwald or the opposite way:
$274
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nantes
Also for Nantes, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Low Cost Private Transfer From Nantes Atlantique Airport to Nantes City - One Way:
$78
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Nantes Private Transfer from Nantes city centre to Nantes Airport:
$75
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Private Airport Transfer: from Nantes to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE):
$50
Is it cheaper to fly into Strasbourg or Nantes?
Prices for flights to both Nantes and Strasbourg change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Entertainment
In Strasbourg, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average €19 per person, per day.
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Nantes can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around €11 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Tours and Activities in Strasbourg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.
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"Le petit Alsacien" Tour with Local private friendly driver and a Tesla:
$248
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2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway:
$68
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Alsace Christmas Markets & Fairy Tale Villages Private Tour from Strasbourg:
$734
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Alsace Christmas Markets Private Day Tour with Colmar from Strasbourg:
$560
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Alsace Local Villages Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg:
$68
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Alsace Private Tailored Tour in a Tesla with a Local:
$498
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Alsace Region Wine Route Day Tour from Strasbourg:
$653
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Alsace Vineyards Guided Day Tour with Lunch from Strasbourg:
$199
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Alsace Wine Discovery in One Day Private Guided Tour from Strasbourg:
$317
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Alsace Wine Route & Local Villages Discovery Day Tour from Strasbourg:
$651
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Alsace Wine Route & Local Villages Guided Tour with Colmar from Strasbourg:
$651
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Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg:
$106
Tours and Activities in Nantes
For Nantes, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Between the Walls: 1-Hour Segway Tour:
$36
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Nantes Like a Local: Customized Private Tour:
$40
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Nantes Private Walking Tour:
$230
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2-Hour Segway Tour:
$65
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Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Nantes with official tour guide:
$231
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Segway: "Inside the Historical Center of Nantes" - city tour Nantes - 1H00:
$37
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Segway: "Nantes's Patrimony" City tour Nantes - 1H30:
$56
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Segway: "The Great Escape" - city tour Nantes - 2H00:
$68
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Segway: "The Wide Angle" city tour Nantes - 2H30:
$81
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Welcome to Private Tour with a Local:
$34
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Strasbourg, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is €15.
Typically, people visiting Nantes spend on average €5.14 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:
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Alsace Half-Day Wine Tour from Strasbourg:
$96
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Alsace Villages & Wine Tasting Private Day Trip from Strasbourg:
$280
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Alsace Become a Local Private Tour with Wine Tasting, Villages & Castle Visits:
$753
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Strasbourg and Nantes, we can see that Strasbourg is more expensive. And not only is Nantes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nantes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nantes and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Strasbourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Strasbourg than you might in Nantes.
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