Old Town Hall, Munich, Medieval town hall at Marienplatz, Munich, Germany.
Description
The Old Town Hall is a Gothic structure on Marienplatz featuring a striking 56-meter tower decorated with wooden beams and golden ornaments. The building contains two passage vaults at ground level and now houses a toy museum displaying playthings from different periods.
History
The building was first documented in 1310 and served as Munich's seat of government until the administration relocated to the New Town Hall in 1874. Its late-Gothic design reflects the medieval period when it was built.
Culture
The Grand Hall displays carved dancers created by Erasmus Grasser alongside statues honoring past rulers like Ludwig the Bavarian and Henry the Lion. These works reflect how the city celebrated its leaders and artistic traditions.
Practical
The Old Town Hall sits on Marienplatz, which is served by the U3 and U6 subway lines, all S-Bahn lines from S1 through S8, and bus line 52. The location is in Munich's old town center, so expect crowds during peak visiting times.
Did you know?
The tower, originally called Talburgtor, contains a toy museum with items from the 1800s and other historical periods. This unexpected collection hidden inside a medieval structure surprises many visitors who come only for the outer architecture.
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