Eisernes Haus

Eisernes Haus is a building in Graz featuring cast iron framing in its upper levels combined with traditional brick construction below. The structure demonstrates how new metal techniques were mixed with established building methods during the 1800s.

Built in 1848 by architect Josef Benedict Withalm, it originally stood by the only bridge across the Mur River at Murplatz. The building marked an important shift toward using metal frames in European construction.

Today it houses art exhibitions and a café where visitors experience a space that blends historical craftsmanship with modern use. People come here to see contemporary shows while sitting in a building that reflects the city's past.

The building functions as part of Kunsthaus Graz, accessible during museum hours when visitors explore the art spaces. A 2003 restoration preserved the original architectural features so the historical structure remains visible to see.

It ranks among the earliest continental European buildings with iron frame construction, showing experimental approaches of the 1800s. This novel technique was groundbreaking at the time and later influenced how modern architecture developed.

Location: Graz

Address: Südtiroler Platz 2-4

GPS coordinates: 47.07110,15.43420

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:25