Prison at Heidelberg University

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Prison at Heidelberg University

Prison at Heidelberg University. As long ago as the 16th Century, citizen complaints about carousing students led the university to open a Studentenkarzer, or Student Prison, where academic miscreants were kept off the streets for three days to four weeks at a time. Finally closed in 1914. Date: circa 1910

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Heidelberg Murals Names Prison Student University Walls

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This evocative image captures the Student Prison, or Studentenkarzer, at Heidelberg University, a historic institution with a rich and colorful past. Dating back to the 16th century, the university was known for its lively student population, who were often the source of complaints from citizens about their rowdy behavior. In response, the university established the Student Prison as a place to keep academic miscreants off the streets for a period of three days to four weeks. The walls of the Student Prison are adorned with intricate murals and portraits, adding a touch of whimsy and character to the otherwise austere space. The beds, though spartan, are painted and decorated with colorful patterns, suggesting that even in this setting, some measure of comfort was provided for the detainees. The names of past students, inscribed on the walls, serve as a testament to the long lineage of scholars who have passed through the hallowed halls of Heidelberg University. The Student Prison at Heidelberg University was in operation until 1914, a reminder of a time when academic discipline was enforced in a unique and unconventional way. This photograph, taken circa 1910, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era when education and punishment were intertwined in a fascinating and intriguing way.

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