Enffans d’Avernas Palace

The late Renaissance building was constructed in the 16th century, rebuilt at the end of the 17th century, and extended upwards around 1840. It features a large four-story structure with several inner courtyards. The facade dates from the construction period around 1700. The added third floor is clearly visible. At the corner of Glockenspielplatz and Enge Gasse, a polygonal corner oriel projects onto the square. After the installation of various commercial premises in the 20th century, the corner bollard and a stone-framed window in Abraham-a-Sancta Clara-Gasse and the portal framing of the courtyard entrance have been preserved. Above the gate are two sandstone lions (around 1840), flanking a now empty inscription tablet.

The large inner courtyard is divided into two parts by a staircase with four-story pillar arcades. On the upper floor of the staircase, there are three round-arched openings with balustrades. The staircase is one of the most significant staircases in Styria from the 17th century and probably has Italian models. In 1853, Carl Aichinger built an extension that served as a horse stable. The original furnishings of the palace interiors have not been preserved.