Hauptplatz 8 | Gasthof Weißer Wolf
Architectural History
The inn “Weißer Wolf” at Hauptplatz 8 is composed of two wings with a Late-Medieval core, which were united in the 16th century. At that time, the courtyard was furnished with arcades, giving the building its distinctive interior character that has been preserved to this day.
Architectural Description
This building is an excellent example of traditional small-town Austrian architecture, featuring stylistic echoes of the Late Biedermeier and 19th-century bourgeois periods.
Facade
The facade is symmetrically arranged, with five evenly spaced window bays. Painted a warm yellow, the plaster surface is accented by white window frames and surrounds, giving the building a friendly and well-maintained appearance.
At the centre of the upper storey, a wrought-iron sign – representing the symbolic “White Wolf” – adds a quaint and somewhat romantic touch to the building. Above it, the sign “RESTAURANT PENSION Weisser Wolf” is rendered in an elegant serif typeface, indicating the establishment’s dual role as both inn and guesthouse.
Details such as flower boxes beneath each window further highlight the regional charm and cultural identity of the structure.
Ground Floor
The ground floor features a projecting, glass-enclosed entrance with decorative latticework, creating a transitional space between the street and the interior. Above the entrance, a rounded arch bearing the word “GASTHOF“ serves as a welcoming gesture for guests. The adjacent outdoor seating area is enclosed by white wooden railings and adorned with flower boxes – a characteristic feature of rustic inns in the region.
Roof
The building is crowned by a traditional saddle roof clad in red interlocking tiles, harmoniously blending into the historical urban streetscape.
