The Sinking House of Montmartre

Why take a photo here?
This quirky photo illusion is a Montmartre classic! Right next to the Sacré-Cœur gardens, you’ll spot an orange-and-white building on the slope. Tilt your camera so that the grassy hill looks flat, and voilà — the house appears to sink into the ground. It’s a fun trick shot that surprises everyone scrolling your feed.

Best time to shoot:
Daytime, when the light is even and the building’s colors stand out against the sky.

Pro tip:
Don’t be shy to play around with angles — the steeper you tilt, the “deeper” the house sinks.

See photos taken here on Instagram