Maxim Steyr

Embedded in the center of the beautiful medieval 1000 year old town of Steyr in Upper Austria, we offer a unique opportunity over a piece of history for rentals or as a filming location: Austria’s oldest brothel – and possibly worldwide – with an active “Maria-Theresia-Concession*” can now be rented on a day-to-day base.

This extraordinary property combines historical significance, architectural charm, and state-of-the-art facilities in an impressive overall ensemble. The building from 1477 tells its own story on every floor. With its venerable walls, Gothic arches, and unique ambiance, it is among the most important historic properties of its kind. In recent years, the entire property has been comprehensively renovated and technologically upgraded – while preserving its historic character completely. This resulted in a harmonious interplay of medieval atmosphere and modern comfort that is unparalleled.

On the upper floor, you will find eleven stylishly designed rooms, most equipped with a shower, washbasin, and whirlpool. This level is complemented by private retreat spaces for operators and staff. The spacious bar area on the ground floor impresses with its fully equipped counter, the impressive entertainment pole, and the imposing cross vault – an environment that can captivate.

Additional rooms include several auxiliary rooms, three toilets, storage spaces, and a laundry room. All installations, lighting, and ventilation were renewed during the renovation.

This property not only offers the opportunity to take over a historically significant address but also the chance to use it for many different purposes.

• Historic building from 1477 – the oldest, still licensed but inactive, brothel in Europe
• Fully renovated and modernized
• 11 unique ladies’ rooms with modern sanitary facilities
• Spacious bar area with cross vault and entertainment poles
• Multiple auxiliary rooms, dressing room, storage spaces, and laundry room
• Two loft appartments
• Extensive vault
• Unique atmosphere with historic flair

What makes this location special:

• Historic building from 1477 – the oldest, still licensed but inactive, brothel in Europe
• Fully renovated and modernized
• 11 unique ladies’ rooms with modern sanitary facilities
• Spacious bar area with cross vault and entertainment poles
• Multiple auxiliary rooms, dressing room, storage spaces, and laundry room
• Two loft appartments
• Extensive vault
• Unique atmosphere with historic flair

The property is located in Badgasse, one of the most historic streets in the city center – just a few steps from the main city center and yet in a pleasantly discreet location. This combination of central accessibility and discreet environment offers ideal conditions.

Badgasse is excellently connected by public transportation, both for local regular customers and visitors from the wider area. Nearby, there are public parking facilities, restaurants, and hotels.

Key Data:

• Usable area: approx. 325 sqm
• 11 rooms
• Loft: 2 apartments
• central heating
• Architecture: historic building with cross vaults and tunnel vault
• Condition: modernized
• Construction year: 1477
• Last renovation: 2025

In Austria, the term “Maria-Theresien-Konzession” refers to business licenses that are transferable under private law.[1] They constitute exceptions under Austrian law, as Austrian law has been based on the principle of the non-transferability of business licenses under private law since 1859.

So-called real trade rights—also known as “rooted trade rights” when registered in the land register—could be sold, gifted, pledged, and inherited just like property. Real trade rights date back to a time when the granting of trade licenses was part of the duties of the landlord and contributed to the financing of those duties. For example, the sale of liquor licenses to the owner of a specific property served as a source of income for the landlord.