Scharfrichterhaus

The Scharfrichterhaus in Passau, Germany, is designated as a national historical treasure and was built circa 1200. Located on "Milchgasse", it was the official residence for the Scharfrichter of the city of Passau.

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Type: House
Description: arts center and cinema in Passau, Germany
Address: Milchgasse 2, Altstadt, Passau, 94032

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Passau Glass Museum and St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Passau Glass Museum

Museum

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The Passau Glass Museum has the largest collections in the world of European art glass, Bohemian glass, and glass made by Johann Loetz. The museum is listed as a "Nationally Valuable Cultural Property".

St. Stephen’s Cathedral

Church

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St. Stephen's Cathedral is a baroque church from 1688 in Passau, Germany, dedicated to Saint Stephen. It is the seat of the Catholic Bishop of Passau and the main church of his diocese. St. Stephen’s Cathedral is situated 290 metres west of Scharfrichterhaus.

St. Michael’s Church

Church

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St. Michael's Church is a 17th church in Passau, Bavaria, Germany with later additions in the baroque style. It is attached to the Leopoldinum School, Passau. St. Michael’s Church is situated 130 metres south of Scharfrichterhaus.