Burgerspital Hospice Würzburg

The Burgerspital Hospice in Wurzburg is an interesting little attraction that may just appeal to many tourists with its combination of history and modern culture. Like most buildings in Wurzburg, the Burgerspital Hospice is fairly old, dating back to the 14th century, when it was originally established as a centre to offer free health care to those who could not afford it otherwise, such as the elderly. As such, it is also of historical interest as one of the first examples of this kind of charity not run by the Church.