Historic monument
MonasteryBurghausen
Ehemaliger Kupferhammer des Klosters Raitenhaslach, dann Sägewerk
This site has no photo yet. Sign in to contribute one.
The former copper hammer of Raitenhaslach Monastery, later a sawmill, is a historic building located in Braunau am Inn, Upper Austria. This structure, once serving Raitenhaslach Monastery, bears witness to the industrial history of the region and is now protected as a listed building in Bavaria.
History+
The building's origins lie in its function as a copper hammer, which was associated with Raitenhaslach Monastery. This early use highlights the economic importance of the monastery in the region. Over time, the function of the building changed, and it was converted into a sawmill, representing an adaptation to the changing industrial needs of the era.
Location+
The building is situated in Braunau am Inn, a town in Upper Austria, close to the German border. Its geographical position on this river underscores the historical importance of waterways for the operation of such industrial facilities.
On site+
Today, the former copper hammer building is a protected monument in Bavaria and is designated as a listed building. Its condition and use reflect the preservation of a piece of regional industrial history.
Nearby+
- Wanghausen Castle (Castle, approx. 1837 m away)
- Raitenhaslach Monastery (Sacred building, approx. 2163 m away)
- Mautnerschloß (Castle, approx. 2559 m away)
- Burghausen Castle (Castle, approx. 2573 m away)
Take Mobile History with you
You are reading this text for free. Premium adds what matters on the road: descriptions read aloud, sites found through your camera, whole regions taken offline.
- Every description, including the ~17,700 Premium sites
- Audio guide: have descriptions read to you on location
- AR finder: see sites through your camera, with distance and bearing
- Unlimited saved sites
14 days free, then from €2.99 a month. Cancel anytime.
Location: 48.1464, 12.7976