Sennhof, Historic correctional facility in Chur, Switzerland
The Sennhof is a building in central Chur featuring traditional Swiss architectural elements with a rectangular structure and multiple stories. The renovated structure now combines residential apartments, small business spaces, and cultural galleries under one roof.
Built in 1603 by the Chur city council and the bishop's mint master, the structure originally served as an alpine dairy. It was converted into a correctional facility in 1817 and served this purpose until later renovation and reuse.
The building now houses parts of the Fundaziun Capauliana collection, featuring works by regional artists including Segantini, Giacometti, Carigiet, and Fontana. These artworks offer insight into the area's creative heritage and show how the place became a space for local cultural expression.
The building is easily accessible on foot in the city center, and the art collection can be visited during regular opening hours. The location is walkable and situated near other Old Town attractions.
Archaeological finds near the Sennhof indicate human settlement from around 11,000 years ago. These discoveries mark the location as one of Switzerland's earliest known inhabited sites.
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