# Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt

> former polytechnical university

**Wikidata**: [Q114702522](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q114702522)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/den-polytekniske-lreanstalt

## Summary
Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt was a higher education institution located in Denmark, functioning as a polytechnical university. Founded in 1829, it served as an academic hub for advanced learning until its dissolution in 1933. It is historically recognized for its role in technical education and its eventual succession by Danmarks Tekniske Højskole.

## Key Facts
- **Type**: University (instance of higher education institution) (source: instance_of).
- **Location**: Lyngby-Taarbæk Municipality, Denmark (source: headquarters, country).
- **Founded**: November 5, 1829 (source: inception).
- **Dissolved**: 1933 (source: dissolved,_abolished_or_demolished_date).
- **Successor**: Danmarks Tekniske Højskole (source: replaced_by).
- **Official Names**: Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt (preferred), Den Polytekniske Laereanstalt (source: official_name).
- **Identifiers**: GND ID `37788-0`, VIAF ID `172786951`, Lex ID `Den_Polytekniske_Læreanstalt` (source: gnd_id, viaf_id, lex_id).
- **Digital Presence**: Wikidata sitelink count of 2; Wikipedia pages available in Danish (da) and Swedish (sv) (source: sitelink_count, wikipedia_languages).

## FAQs
### Q: When was Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt founded?
A: The institution was founded on November 5, 1829. This date is cited as the most precise value for its inception.

### Q: What happened to Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt?
A: The institution was dissolved in 1933. It was subsequently replaced by Danmarks Tekniske Højskole.

### Q: Where was Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt located?
A: Its headquarters were situated in the Lyngby-Taarbæk Municipality in Denmark.

### Q: What identifiers are associated with Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt?
A: It holds the GND ID `37788-0`, VIAF ID `172786951`, and Lex ID `Den_Polytekniske_Læreanstalt`.

## Why It Matters
Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt holds historical significance as a foundational institution for technical higher education in Denmark. Operating for over a century, it bridged the gap between early 19th-century industrial needs and academic training. Its transition into Danmarks Tekniske Højskole highlights its role as a direct predecessor to modern technical universities in the region, ensuring the continuity of engineering and scientific education. Its establishment in 1829 marks it as an early adopter of the polytechnical model in Northern Europe.

## Notable For
- **Succession**: Served as the direct predecessor to Danmarks Tekniske Højskole (source: replaced_by).
- **Historical Span**: Operated for 104 years between its founding in 1829 and dissolution in 1933 (source: inception, dissolved_date).
- **Precise Founding**: Records specify a precise inception date of November 5, 1829 (source: inception).
- **Naming Variants**: Known by alternate spellings including "Den Polytekniske Laereanstalt" (source: official_name).

## Body
### History and Timeline
Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt was established on November 5, 1829. It functioned as a university-level institution dedicated to polytechnical education. The institution operated throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries before ceasing operations in 1933. Following its dissolution, its functions and legacy were continued by Danmarks Tekniske Højskole.

### Location and Geography
The institution was based in Denmark, with its headquarters specifically located in the Lyngby-Taarbæk Municipality.

### Nomenclature and Identity
The institution's official name is recorded as **Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt** (preferred). Historical records also list an alternative spelling: **Den Polytekniske Laereanstalt**. It is broadly classified as a former polytechnical university.

### Structured Data and Identifiers
The entity is indexed in several library and authority databases:
- **GND ID**: 37788-0
- **VIAF ID**: 172786951
- **Lex ID**: Den_Polytekniske_Læreanstalt

It maintains a digital footprint through two sitelinks on Wikidata, linking to Wikipedia articles in the Danish and Swedish languages.

## References

1. Integrated Authority File