Timber-Framed Strasbourg: Historic Citiescape

A sweeping, cinematic view of Strasbourg's historic architecture along a tranquil canal at golden hour. Traditional Alsatian half-timbered houses line the waterfront, with exposed dark wooden beams crisscrossing pale plaster walls, brightly painted shutters, and window boxes bursting with geraniums. A cobblestone quay and a small arched bridge create reflections and ripples in the calm water. In the distance, the Petite France district's medieval towers and the faint silhouette of Strasbourg's cathedral spire rise against a soft blue sky with wispy clouds. Lush greenery and flower boxes frame the scene. Rendered in ultra-realistic detail with warm sunlight, rich textures of wood, stone, water, and foliage, and a painterly yet photographic quality.