Description of the attraction
The usual four-storey building on the Old Square in Klagenfurt seems unremarkable at first glance. Nevertheless, excursion groups stop in front of him every now and then. In fact, this mansion is recognized as the oldest building in Klagenfurt.
The house "At the Golden Goose" was first mentioned in written sources in 1489. The current building dates from the 16th century. This building was erected for the Emperor Frederick III, who ordered the city municipality to be located here. There is an opinion that the house "At the Golden Goose" was used as a town hall for a long time. In the 16th century, the facade of the mansion overlooking the courtyard was completely rebuilt. It was decorated with arcades and interesting reliefs.
From the beginning of the 17th century until 1877, the house "At the Golden Goose" served as the residence of the Dietrichstein barons. In 1975 the house was renovated and converted into offices. The mansion is currently owned by Christian Kos. There are no house tours.
The building got its name from the sculpture of the Golden Goose, installed in 1892 above the entrance, decorated with columns. It was made in the 17th century from gilded brass. In November 2016, Klagenfurt was shocked: unknown attackers stole a goose figurine from the facade of the house. The search for the kidnappers yielded nothing. However, a month later, the news came that the sculpture had appeared in Graz, in an animal shelter. After a while, she was returned to her place.
On the southern façade, you can see a 16th century relief depicting a centaur and a lady.
