Vinzentinum

The Vinzentinum is a school building in Brixen with neo-Romanesque architecture whose four wings surround a central courtyard and provide space for middle school and humanist high school. The rooms are functionally designed and house classrooms, collections, and areas for specialized music instruction alongside everyday learning spaces.

A Prince-Bishop founded the institution in 1872 initially as a seminary for training clergy, and it later received its current name to honor the founder. The building survived two world wars during which it served as a hospital, yet it maintained its educational mission throughout.

The school houses collections visible in its historic rooms, including a natural history cabinet and old books from different periods. These holdings show the connection between education and scientific curiosity that has shaped the place since its founding.

The place is accessible to visitors during the school year, with the best times outside regular classes to explore the historic rooms and collections in peace. For details about visits or guided tours, contacting the school directly is recommended as options may vary seasonally.

The school houses an impressive herbarium with around 13,000 dried plant species carefully assembled by a local botanist. This scientific archive draws those interested in natural research and shows the long connection between teaching and botanical study.

Location: Brixen

Inception: 1872

Website: http://vinzentinum.it

GPS coordinates: 46.72444,11.65333

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06