Waagplatz, Salzburg

Waagplatz, Salzburg

The Waagplatz is one of the oldest squares in Salzburg and was once the site of the city’s Haymarket. It gets its name from the Waaghaus where the city’s public weighing scales were housed.

The Waagplatz was the site of the main courthouse of Salzburg from 1328 to 1407. At the time, public executions took place here. Dungeons were located southwestern corner and a pillory was placed in front of the court building. There were also many goods warehouses around Waagplatz at the time. From 1430, a bread market was established in the square. It was also the site of the first tavern in Salzburg.

The Waagplatz has many well important buildings. The old tavern established in 1500 burned down in 1635 and was rebuilt. Today the façade of the building has a striking mural called Sowings and Harvest painted by Karl Reisenbichler. Another well known building is the three story Traklhaus with two courtyards and arcades. It is one of the best examples of a typical 16th century burgher house in Salzburg. It is also the birthplace of the poet George Trakl and houses a museum dedicated to his life and works, the house of Hypo Bank that is used for cultural events and the Waaghaus that dates back to the 17th century.

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Sight Name: Waagplatz
Sight Location: Salzburg, Austria (See walking tours in Salzburg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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