Gerolzhofen in Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe

The Beadle’s Tower

Bettelturm

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, July 18, 2012

1. The Beadle's Tower Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

[Marker text in German:]
Hier stand der innere Torturm der südlichen Doppeltor-Anlage, im Volksmund Bettelturm genannt(Büttel = Gerechtsknecht). Erstmals 1340 erwähnt, wurde der Turm schon im 1756 wegen Steinfraß und morschem Fundament wieder abgebrochen.

Geschichte für alle - historischer Verein in Gerolzhofen, e.V.
Dr. Ottmar Wolf – Kulturstiftung

[Marker text translated into English, more or less:]
Here stood the inner gate tower, part of the double-tower gate entryway, popularly called the Beadle's Tower. First mentioned in 1340, the tower was torn down in 1756 due to its crumbling foundation.

History for All - the Gerolzhofen Historical Society
Dr. Ottmar Wolf Cultural Foundation

Erected by The Gerolzhofen Historical Society and the Dr. Ottmar Wolf Cultural Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1340.

Location. 49° 54.012′ N, 10° 21.009′ E. Marker

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is in Gerolzhofen, Bayern (Bavaria), in Schweinfurt. Marker is at the intersection of Spitalstrasse and Brunnengasse, on the left when traveling north on Spitalstrasse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Gerolzhofen BY 97447, Germany. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bürgerspital / Municipal Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); Spital Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); The Former Adminstrative Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Spottfratze, ca. 1450 (within shouting distance of this marker); "Gerolzhöfer Frauenaufstand" / The Gerolzhofen "Womens' Revolt" (within shouting distance of this marker); Altes Rathaus / The Old City Hall (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Fachwerkhaus Teutsch / Teutsch Building (about 120 meters away); Prison Tower (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Gerolzhofen.

Also see . . . Wikipedia Entry for Beadle. “A beadle is a lay official of a church or synagogue who may usher, keep order, make reports, and assist in religious functions; or a minor official who carries out various civil, educational, or ceremonial duties....Sometimes the title is used for uniformed security guards.” (Submitted on August 8, 2012.)

The Beadle's Tower Marker - wide view from the mouth of Brunnengasse image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, July 18, 2012

2. The Beadle's Tower Marker - wide view from the mouth of Brunnengasse

The marker is just visible here on the right hand corner of the rose-colored building. Also visible immediately to the right of this building is the entryway to the Spital.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 29, 2012, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 508 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 29, 2012, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.