Germany · Restored
Alter Hof
The Alter Hof in central Munich is the former imperial and ducal residence of the Wittelsbachs, notably used by Louis IV, Holy Roman Emperor. The complex comprises five wings—Burgstock, Zwingerstock, Lorenzistock, Pfisterstock and Brunnenstock—and is linked on the north side by an arch to the Renaissance-era Alte Münze (mint). Largely rebuilt after World War II, parts now house offices and a small exhibition in the medieval cellar.
First raised
1253
Its prime
1620
Today
Restored
As it stood in 1620
The shape it held in its prime.
A compact five-winged urban castle surrounding an enclosed courtyard: the late-Gothic Burgstock with its prominent tower and a decorated projecting oriel window (the local 'Affentürmchen'), the adjoining Zwingerstock forming the west wing, the Pfisterstock with its stepped Renaissance gables, and the Brunnenstock (originally brewhouse) to the south; the north side opens under a stone arch to the adjacent Mint yard whose inner courtyard has Renaissance arcades. The central courtyard floor and walls bear the lozenge-shaped painted scheme applied in the late 15th century; a vaulted cellar beneath dates to c.1300.
Step inside
9 places to explore in 1620.
The record describes 9 distinct spots at Alter Hof — including 2 interiors: st. lorenz chapel on the north side, basement vaulted cellar (c.1300). Create your own photoreal reconstruction and walk through every one — more scenes means more photos, more angles and more rooms of the immersive experience.
Create History
See Alter Hof with the fires lit.
The artist rebuilds it as it stood in 1620 — a photoreal walk that belongs to you alone. Pay with coins, no subscription needed.
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