Entre France et Allemagne, de la ville ancienne à la Neustadt de Strasbourg : la construction du regard patrimonial

Strasbourg's heritage, shaped by French and German influences, has evolved significantly since the Second Empire, with its values reflecting shifting ideological and nationalistic discourses. The study highlights that the Neustadt district, developed during Germany's annexation (1871–1918), transitioned from being a marginalized 'foreign' legacy to a highly valued symbol of Franco-German cultural exchange. This transformation involved overcoming historical conflicts and led to its potential UNESCO World Heritage Site inscription. The research reveals that heritage perception is influenced by institutional, scientific, and public awareness gaps, as well as regional continuity, which has fostered a mythological dimension. By analyzing municipal archives, urbanism literature, and media, the study advances understanding of how ideological, political, and cultural narratives construct patrimonial perspectives in border cities.

Eberhardt, S. Entre France et Allemagne, de la ville ancienne à la Neustadt de Strasbourg : la construction du regard patrimonial. https://doi.org/10.70675/449a2a7fzf504z424eza5acz52c98e46757c