Was this entire complex built for just a handful of soldiers? You might be surprised to learn that the Biedermann-Huth-Raschke-Kaserne, or “Kleine Breitenseer Kaserne” as it was once known, housed two full squadrons and even a pioneer platoon when it was first erected between 1901 and 1903. Picture this: the clatter of hooves and the gleam of polished brass as cavalry units moved through these very grounds. This northern section of the larger Breitenseer Kaserne complex was designed according to Professor Franz Gruber’s innovative pavilion system, a departure from the traditional courtyard layout. Each accommodation building was paired with two external stables, a testament to the importance of horses in early 20th-century warfare. The Biedermann-Huth-Raschke-Kaserne witnessed a revolving door of occupants, from Hungarian and Dragoon regiments to the Austrian Bundesheer. After the Anschluss, it was absorbed into the German Wehrmacht. The French took over after World War II, using it as a headquarters for their Spahis Marocains regiment. By 1955, it was back in Austrian hands. Despite its military history, a significant portion of the Biedermann-Huth-Raschke-Kaserne was sold off for housing and even a theater depot. This continued until 2013 when two-thirds of the complex was earmarked for a new school and more residences. The transformation might seem drastic, but echoes of the past linger in the remaining structures, a reminder of the Biedermann-Huth-Raschke-Kaserne’s role in shaping Vienna’s history.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to