Pillory of Schrattenthal
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Location: Schrattenthal, Hollabrunn, Weinviertel, Lower Austria, Austria
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The municipality of Schrattenthal is one of the smallest in Austria and is picturesquely surrounded by vineyards. Schrattenthal Castle, the medieval hunger tower and the shady cellar alley in the moat are highlights in this little town. With a bit of luck, a wine cellar will be open and you can try a (few) glasses.
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•May 23, 2023
The lordship of Schrattenthal, Oswald von Eytzing had this pillory built in 1542 as a sign of lower jurisdiction. In front of the city, at the southern end, he also had the gallows erected as a sign of higher jurisdiction. this one
He ran gallows together with the city of Pulkau. The respective rule of Schrattenthal was from 1460 to 1850 country seat of the jurisdiction. The pillory originally stood in front of the castle, on the Anger, where the war memorial stands today. In 1960 he was transferred to the town hall.
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