At the Minute, Renaissance residential building in Old Town, Prague
At the Minute is a residential building in Prague's Old Town featuring a Renaissance facade decorated with intricate sgraffito designs. The facade displays biblical scenes, mythological figures, and members of the Habsburg dynasty distributed across its three floors.
The building originated in the 15th century with Gothic architecture and underwent Renaissance renovation after 1564 with the addition of a third floor. This redesign transformed the structure with the decorative facade visible today.
The house served as home to writer Franz Kafka and his family during their years in Prague. It functioned as a residential building deeply embedded in the daily life of Old Town residents.
The building is located in the heart of Old Town and easily accessible while exploring the central district. Visiting during daytime allows you to see the facade clearly, especially in morning or late afternoon light.
The name comes from 'minutious', referring to small tobacco pieces once sold at this location. This commercial past reveals how the building evolved from a shop to purely residential use over time.
Location: Old Town
Architectural style: Gothic architecture, Renaissance architecture
Address: Staroměstské náměstí 3/2
GPS coordinates: 50.08675,14.41997
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03
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