House at the Good Shepherd

The House of the Good Shepherd is a narrow Rococo building in Bratislava's Old Town characterized by its unusual trapezium shape and compact structure. Inside, a spiral staircase connects the individual floors, with each level containing just one room.

Master mason Matej Hollrigl built this merchant residence between 1760 and 1765 as a home for wealthy traders. The building has remained in its original location ever since and represents a well-preserved example of Rococo domestic architecture.

The residence was home to wealthy merchants who lived above their shops, reflecting how local traders balanced commerce with family life in the Old Town. The narrow layout shows how people adapted to limited urban space by stacking different functions vertically.

Access is from Židovská Street in the heart of the Old Town, within walking distance of Bratislava Castle. The building can be viewed from the outside, and the museum offers guided tours for visitors.

The building houses an extensive clock collection with over 60 historical timepieces, including handcrafted wall clocks and sundials from the 17th century. This collection showcases the craftsmanship of local clockmakers and offers insight into timekeeping techniques from past centuries.