Smoking Tolerance Level
[1= very illegal 5=virtually legal]: 3
Marijuana Laws & Legislation for Strasbourg
As of 2025, France maintains strict cannabis laws, with recreational use remaining illegal and punishable by a €200 fine. The government continues its firm stance against legalization, with Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau emphasizing the link between drug consumption and gang violence. Despite calls for reform, such as a proposed national referendum by Grenoble’s mayor, the French government prioritizes anti-drug policies and law enforcement over legalization.
Meanwhile, medical cannabis in France remains in a trial phase, initially launched in 2021 and extended until July 31, 2025. The program, involving around 1,800 patients, aims to evaluate cannabis-based treatments for conditions like epilepsy, neuropathic pain, and chemotherapy side effects. The outcome of this study could shape future medical marijuana laws in France, but for now, cannabis remains tightly regulated with no plans for broader legalization.
Law Enforcement
Keep in mind that the police may arrest you for any soft drug related activity. They may also look away, but there are fair chances of getting into trouble. The courts are a bit more forgiving, and tend to release small amount private users with a warning.
At Place des Halles – The Police usually try to do a sweep of the dealers once every couple of months. The dealers will know if one of these is going in and will either be more discreet or lay low for a week or two.
Where to buy Marijuana in Strasbourg:
Place des Halles, a shopping mall on Quai Kebler. Plenty of North Africans hanging around inside and outside, give one of them a smile and a nod and he’ll take you around a corner to sell you some hash.
Prices:
20 Euros for a stick of Morrocan hash. Occasional rip-offs trying to charge higher prices or sell fake hash (smell before you buy).