The opulent yellow-and-white stucco decorations were added to the building's front in 1751.
It served as a lodging house for church officials during the construction of the Würzburg Residence.
The building was completely gutted by Allied bombing in March 1945, leaving only the exterior walls standing.
The interior serves as the Würzburg municipal library, which houses an extensive collection of historical manuscripts.
The facade's design was significantly influenced by the work of court sculptor Jakob van der Auwera.
The Falkenhaus is a historic building in Würzburg, globally recognized for possessing one of Southern Germany's most intricate Rococo façades. Constructed in the mid-18th century, the building serves as the city's tourist information center and houses the municipal library. The yellow-stuccoed exterior features elaborate, swirling stucco decorations created by Jakob van der Auwera. Originally built as a guest house for the local clergy, it occupies a prominent position on the town market square. The building was almost completely destroyed by firebombing in 1945 but was painstakingly reconstructed to its original design. It remains a focal point of the city's Altstadt district.
From the center of the Marktplatz, capturing the full width of the facade with the Marienkapelle steeple in the background.
Visit the ground floor Tourist Information center first to pick up maps and local event schedules.
Combine your visit with a walk through the neighboring St. Mary's Chapel (Marienkapelle).
Check the library entrance to see if there are ongoing public cultural exhibitions.
Do not mistake the building for a private palace; it is a functioning public space, so avoid loud behavior in the library sections.
The tourist information and library areas may have restricted access on Sundays and public holidays.
