🏠 Size does not always matter: 𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮?
Bregenz, the capital of the Austrian state of Vorarlberg, is home to a unique architectural construction known as the "smallest house in Europe". At its narrowest point, this remarkable building measures just 57 centimetres!
Built in the 18th century, the house originally served as a passageway between the streets of Kirchstraße and Römerstraße. It was later closed and used as a residence before being used for various other purposes, including as a shop.
With its three storeys and traditional pitched roof, it is a good example of efficient use of space and medieval town planning. While the facade facing Kirchstraße is extremely narrow, the building widens towards the rear, reaching a width of around four metres at the back.
Today, the charming structure is a listed building and a popular tourist attraction. The house adds a touch of nostalgia to the streets of Bregenz and demonstrates Austria's rich architectural heritage.
A stroll through Kirchstraße is like travelling back in time. This tiny house reminds us that size does not always equate to grandeur, proving that even the smallest spaces can capture significant attention.
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