Starhemberghof

Starhemberghof is a historic building in Passau’s old town, among the city’s notable architectural landmarks. Narrow streets and traditional façades surround it. The protected historic quarter brings together buildings from several architectural periods, including Gothic and Baroque influences. Passau’s old town preserves the urban setting shaped by trade, religion, and administration.

This traditional residence or estate reflects the historic buildings that helped shape Passau over centuries. Comparable properties often included inner courtyards, decorated façades, and spaces for homes or administration. Many have gained new uses while retaining features that connect them with the city’s past. Here, Starhemberghof stands among residences, estates, and administrative buildings that form the old town’s layered streetscape.