Following the Franco-Prussian War of 1870–71, Strasbourg became German, and the new German Empire took advantage of the city’s reconstruction to give it the appearance befitting a regional capital.
Event from the official Strasbourg.eu calendar; dates: From 11.07.26 to 07.08.26; venue: Office de tourisme place de la Cathédrale - Strasbourg; address: 17 place de la Cathédrale.
Source: Strasbourg.eu