Marktbreit in Kitzingen, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Buhleitentor / “Buhleiten” Gate
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 25, 2023
1. Buhleitentor / “Buhleiten” Gate Marker
Stadttore aus dem 16. Jh.,
abgebrochen 1844.
Außerhalb der Stadtmauer
Trockengraben,
aufgefüllt 19. Jh.
Location of one of the four city gates from the 16th Century, demolished in 1844. Outside of the city wall was a dry (defensive) ditch, filled in in the 19th Century.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1844.
Location. 49° 40.031′ N, 10° 8.535′ E. Marker is in Marktbreit, Bayern (Bavaria), in Kitzingen. Marker is at the intersection of Am Graben and Ochsenfurter Strasse, on the right when traveling north on Am Graben. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Marktbreit BY 97340, Germany. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Geburtshaus von Dr. August Ziegler / Birthplace of Dr. August Ziegler (within shouting distance of this marker); Bürgerhaus 19. Jahrhundert / 19th C. Patrician House (within shouting distance of this marker); Hotel “Löwen” / “Lion” Hotel (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line);
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Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 25, 2023
2. Buhleitentor / “Buhleiten” Gate Marker - wide view
As noted, the marker is located on a street named Am Graben, “on the ditch/moat”. This (or simply Graben), is a relatively common street name in German cities and towns, with the street running on top of the location of the former defensive ditch running outside the defensive walls. In this picture, the street “Am Graben” is the one on the left, running all the way to the Schwarzer tower, visible in the distance.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 27, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 47 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 27, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
