Old armoury, Baroque armory in Aarau, Switzerland.
The Old Armoury features symmetrical architecture with a grand entrance portal, stone masonry walls, and multiple floors arranged in classical proportions.
Construction of the Old Armoury began in 1775 as a military storage facility, later becoming part of the defensive infrastructure of Aarau.
The building earned recognition as a Class B Swiss cultural property, reflecting the military and architectural traditions of the Aargau region.
Located at Laurenzenvorstadt 62 in central Aarau, the Old Armoury remains accessible for exterior viewing throughout the year.
The structure combines military functionality with baroque architectural elements, creating a synthesis between defensive purposes and aesthetic refinement.
Location: Aarau
Inception: 1775
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Part of: list of cultural properties in Aarau
Address: Laurenzenvorstadt 62, 5000 Aarau 5000
GPS coordinates: 47.39375,8.04913
Latest update: March 15, 2025 12:53
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