“Did the citizens of Vienna really need shooting ranges?” you might ask. Here at the edge of what was once the “Schottenpeunt,” we’re standing on the grounds of one such range. Imagine, from 1546 to 1683, the air filled with the crackle of muskets and the cheers of marksmen. The ehem. Zivile Schießstätte wasn’t just for sport. It was a testament to the city’s commitment to defense. Citizens practiced their skills with crossbows and later, firearms, ensuring they were ready to protect their city if needed. Sadly, the echoes of target practice faded when the city’s fortifications expanded. The ehem. Zivile Schießstätte, deemed too close to the new defenses, fell silent. However, its legacy reminds us of a time when every citizen played a role in Vienna’s safety.
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