Between its universities and grandes écoles, Strasbourg lives to the rhythm of revision, and the BNU quickly fills up during exams. Fortunately, the city is full of places to study in peace: a legendary library, relaxed cafes and coworking spaces open by the day. Here are our Strasbourg addresses, whether you work solo or in a group.
The Library, the Free Reflex
In Strasbourg, the go-to spot is the BNU, the national and university library: monumental, silent, free and made for studying. The André Malraux media library, on the peninsula, takes over (closed on Monday and Sunday), as does Le Studium, the university library, open late in the evening. During exam season, arrive at opening time to get a seat; otherwise, a quiet cafe or a coworking space can help out.
Cafes for Studying Solo
For flashcards or quiet reading, these Strasbourg cafes have the right profile:
- Café Bretelles, a small coffee shop in Petite France for an afternoon session.
- Omnino, listed as L'Escabeau d'Omnino on Google, a micro-roastery where you can drink your coffee on site, for a short session.
- Oh My Goodness, quiet and affordable.
- Les Savons d'Hélène, calm, with a terrace for breaks.
Order something from time to time to play fair, and avoid the lunch rush.
Coworking for Focus (and Group Work)
For several hours of concentration or a room to study with others, these coworking spaces offer short plans, to check on their websites:
- La Plage Digitale, calm, big tables, perfect for a long session.
- Coworking Anticafé, quiet, with everything you need to last the day.
Ask whether there is a student rate or a half-day pass, often easier on the budget.
Habits for a Good Session
Before settling in for the day, run a speed test (Speedtest or fast.com) from your table to avoid flimsy wifi halfway through. Find a table near an outlet, keep water and earbuds with you, and split your revision into 50-minute sessions with real breaks. To study with others, aim for a coworking room rather than a packed cafe.
In Short
In Strasbourg, the BNU for free silence, Café Bretelles, Omnino or Oh My Goodness among cafes, and La Plage Digitale or Anticafé among coworking spaces cover every revision need. For other places to work, see our guide to working in Strasbourg, and our general tips in where to study in peace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I study for free in Strasbourg?
At the BNU, Le Studium or the André Malraux media library: free and silent. Arrive early during exam season, as seats go fast.
Which cafe is good for quiet studying in Strasbourg?
Café Bretelles, Oh My Goodness or Les Savons d'Hélène offer a relaxed atmosphere. Order something and avoid the lunchtime rush.
Where can I study in a group in Strasbourg?
In a coworking space with a bookable room like La Plage Digitale, where you can talk without disturbing anyone. Check the day plans on their website.
