Alte Universität, Timber-framed house in Eppingen, Germany.
The Alte Universität is a timber-framed house in Eppingen with exposed wooden framework and clay-plastered panels, featuring traditional mullioned windows. Its symmetrical structure displays typical characteristics of this building method that dominated the region for centuries.
The building was constructed during a period when timber-frame construction was the standard building method in the region and continued until the 1800s. This technique evolved north of the Alps and shaped the appearance of many German towns for generations.
The building is part of the German Timber-Frame Road, a route connecting towns with historical wooden architecture. Visitors can observe here how this construction method shaped regional craft traditions across centuries.
The building is located in the center of Eppingen and is easily accessible on foot. The best view of the facade and wooden details can be enjoyed from street level, where the entire structure is visible.
The name "Alte Universität" suggests the building may have served an academic or teaching function, though its exact original purpose is less well-known today. This historical use sets it apart from many other timber-framed houses in the town.
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