The Weinmaut

This building is one of the oldest in town. Due to a renovationround about 1990 it lost its Gothic roof and medieval appearance. However, its foundation still consists of Gothic walls. In past ages it was used as an imperial tollbooth, being looked after by the tollkeeper and his assistants. Passing ships had to berth in Ybbs declaring their goods. Thus the town acquiredwealth and a high reputation. To mention an example, 2.000 guilders of toll-charge were contributed to the Universityof Vienna in 1551 for the salaries of its professors.

Today this building is being used as a college for police aspirants.

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