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Heilig-Geist-Spital
Germany's oldest civic hospital from 1236
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Founded in 1236, the Heilig-Geist-Spital in Mainz is one of Europe's oldest hospital foundations. Initially established for the care of the elderly, poor, and sick, it reflects medieval philanthropy. The late Romanesque building has served as a restaurant since 1863.
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It is the oldest civic hospital in Germany.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1236
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
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- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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