Vincenzhaus Hofheim, Heritage monument in Hofheim am Taunus, Germany
The Vincenzhaus is a large timber-framed building on Eschenstraße 29, designed by architect Max Meckel and completed in 1888. It now serves as an educational facility providing specialized learning and care services for children and young people.
The building was established through a bequest made by Heinrich Vincenz Johann Buzzi in 1876, which designated the Roman Catholic Church in Frankfurt as the beneficiary. This foundation led to the creation of an institution intended to support young people's development and education.
The structure reflects regional building traditions through its timber-frame design, a technique used in this area for generations. Walking around it, you can see how local craftspeople shaped the construction methods of that era.
The building is visible from the public street and can be observed from Eschenstraße. Keep in mind that this is an active facility, so access to interior spaces may be limited or require prior arrangement.
The attic contains an observation post that was installed by the Luftwaffe during World War II. This surviving structure offers a glimpse into the building's wartime history and military occupation.
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