Innenstadt in Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria — Central Europe (Eastern Alps)
Innsbruck's First School
Alte Stadtschule
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 15, 2013
1. Old Town School Marker
Inscription.
Innsbruck's First School. Alte Stadtschule.
Dieses von innen her an die mittelalterliche Stadtmauer gebaute Wohnhaus diente vermutlich schon im 14. Jh., nachweisbar aber von 1469 bis 1768 als Innsbrucks erstes Schulhaus. Der Durchgang wurde um 1672 als Zugang zum ersten Innsbrucker Universitätsgebäude (Herrengasse 1-3) angelegt. Seit 1939 fungiert die alt Schule als Wohnsitz des Innsbrucker Bischofs. . German-English translation:,
This residence was built up against the medieval city walls and probably dates from the 14th Century; from 1469 to 1768, however, its documented use was as Innsbruck's first schoolhouse. The passageway was built about 1672, giving access to the first Innsbruck University building (Herrengasse 1-3). Since 1939, the old school has served as the residence of the Bishop of Innsbruck. .
Dieses von innen her an die mittelalterliche Stadtmauer gebaute Wohnhaus diente vermutlich schon im 14. Jh., nachweisbar aber von 1469 bis 1768 als Innsbrucks erstes Schulhaus. Der Durchgang wurde um 1672 als Zugang zum ersten Innsbrucker Universitätsgebäude (Herrengasse 1-3) angelegt. Seit 1939 fungiert die alt Schule als Wohnsitz des Innsbrucker Bischofs.
German-English translation:
This residence was built up against the medieval city walls and probably dates from the 14th Century; from 1469 to 1768, however, its documented use was as Innsbruck's first schoolhouse. The passageway was built about 1672, giving access to the first Innsbruck University building (Herrengasse 1-3). Since 1939, the old school has served as the residence of the Bishop of Innsbruck.
Erected by Stadt Innsbruck (City of Innsbruck).
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1469.
Location. 47° 16.181′ N, 11° 23.618′ E. Marker is in Innenstadt, Tirol (Tyrol), in Innsbruck. Marker is on Domplatz. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Domplatz 5, Innenstadt, Tirol 6020, Austria. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Marc Antonio Cesti (within shouting distance of this marker); St. James Cathedral
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 3, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 565 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on September 3, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
