Red house

The Red House stands at Marktplatz 13 and features a striking red facade with decorated roof beams showing traditional architectural elements. The structure spans multiple stories with characteristic timber details and represents the building style of its era.

The building was constructed in 1639 and played an important role in Dornbirn's city history. Its existence influenced significant political events in the region.

The building displays four-part window groups and traditional timber construction methods that represent early modern architecture in the Vorarlberg region. These construction techniques were typical for wealthy merchant houses of that era.

The building sits in a pedestrian-friendly zone near St. Martin parish church and is easy to reach. From this location you can easily visit other cultural venues like the City Museum and galleries.

The distinctive red color comes from a protective coating called Ochsenblut, applied using historical construction methods. This traditional substance was an effective preservative for the timber at that time.

Location: Dornbirn

Inception: 1639

Address: Marktplatz 13

GPS coordinates: 47.41330,9.74222

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03