Landesgericht für Strafsachen Wien, Criminal court in Josefstadt, Austria
The Landesgericht für Strafsachen Wien is a large judicial building with Renaissance elements located at Landesgerichtsstraße 11 in Vienna's eighth district. The complex houses courtrooms and administrative areas within its substantial stone structure.
The facility was built starting in 1832 and occupied in 1839 after the court relocated from Hohen Markt. The new construction reflected contemporary ideas about how justice buildings should be designed.
The interior displays early Renaissance elements inspired by Tuscan palaces, reflecting how Austrian justice valued architectural expression. The facade and spatial arrangement create an impression of authority that still resonates with visitors today.
The building can be accessed through two level entrances that support wheelchair users. Tram lines 43 and 44 stop nearby and make it easy to arrive by public transportation.
The building is called Graues Haus locally, as it houses not only courtrooms but also a detention facility for those awaiting trial. This dual function shapes the building's role in the district even though it is not immediately obvious to visitors.
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