In 1582, the University of Würzburg was founded by Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn – in a successful second attempt after the first founding in 1402. The Prince-Bishop of Würzburg ordained that a monumental building should be constructed for his university together with a university church. This building can still be admired today as an architectural jewel of the Würzburg city centre.The Old University of Würzburg is surrounded by three streets, namely Neubaustraße, Schönthalstraße and Domerschulstraße. Today, it has virtually regained its original appearance, as it was built in the period between 1582 and 1591 by the will of Prince-Bishop Julius Echter. At that time, the massive Renaissance building afforded enough space for all university activities. Today, only the Faculty of Law is located there. The former university church, the so-called Neubaukirche (newly built church), serves the university as a location for hosting functions and events.