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2023-11-23T12:25:50.956Z
Highlights: Alsace would not be Alsace without its traditional rural houses with so-called "half-timbered" frames. However, this centuries-old heritage is threatened by the wear and tear of time and urbanization. Every year, 400 of these old houses are demolished. But some Alsatians are trying to preserve this heritage. A company near Strasbourg specialises in dismantling half-timbering from ruined houses, renovating them and reusing them on new houses.
Alsace would not be Alsace without its traditional rural houses with so-called "half-timbered" frames. However, this centuries-old heritage is threatened by the wear and tear of time and urbanisation.
Alsace would not be Alsace without its traditional rural houses with so-called "half-timbered" frames. However, this centuries-old heritage is threatened by the wear and tear of time and urbanization. Every year, 400 of these old houses are demolished. But some Alsatians are trying to preserve this heritage. A young couple embarked on a renovation project of their old house, using the techniques of the past. A company near Strasbourg specialises in dismantling half-timbering from ruined houses, renovating them and reusing them on new houses.
Source: france24