Fregehaus, Renaissance building in Leipzig, Germany
Fregehaus is a Renaissance building in Leipzig featuring four wings arranged around a central courtyard. The rooms display ornate stucco ceilings, restored wooden floors, and preserved original furnishings.
The building was constructed in 1535 as a Renaissance structure of its era. In 1706, architect Gregor Fuchs redesigned it in Baroque style for merchant Gottfried Otto, marking its major transformation.
The house served as a gathering place for merchants and bankers conducting business across the region. Visitors today can walk through rooms that still bear the traces of this commercial activity.
The building sits in Leipzig's downtown area and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors can explore its various rooms, though it does span multiple levels with stairs connecting the three floors.
A salon on the second floor retains its original wood paneling and now serves as a breakfast room. Meals are served here on traditional Meissen porcelain, adding a distinctive touch to the dining experience.
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