The Picturesque Colorful Half-Timbered Houses Overlooking the Ill River in Petite France

The image captures one of the most characteristic views of Strasbourg: the pastel-colored half-timbered houses reflected in the tranquil waters of the Ill River in the Petite France district. The facades in shades of pink, beige and white, with typical sloping slate roofs, create a postcard-perfect landscape. Some houses feature wooden balconies projecting over the water, a legacy of the era when tanners hung skins to dry. A restaurant with a terrace on the canal enlivens the scene. This corner of Strasbourg, a UNESCO heritage site, represents one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Alsatian architecture.

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