Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe

Alte Veste / Old Fortress

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

1. Alte Veste / Old Fortress Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

German:
Ältestes Herrschaftsgebäude bis zur Errichtung des neuen Schlosses; dann Freihaus; barocke Umgestaltung unter Ludwig Freiherr von Egckher 1784. Nach umfassender Sanierung Sitz der Stadtbau Amberg GmbH.

English:
Old Fortress: The oldest government building until the New Palace was erected, it was then exempted from taxes; redesigned in Baroque style under Ludwig Freiherr von Egckher in 1784. After extensive conversion work, it now houses the offices of Stadtbau Amberg GmbH, which has built and restored a number of houses in the town.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1784.

Location. 49° 26.668′ N, 11° 51.397′ E. Marker is in Amberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Speckmannshof. Marker is at the intersection of Marstallgasse and Eichenforstgäßchen, on the right when traveling east on Marstallgasse. The marker is located on the right side of the front entrance to the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Marstallgasse 4, Amberg BY 92224, Germany. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this

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marker. Ratstrinkstube / Council Taproom (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Frauenkirche / Church of Our Lady (about 120 meters away); Bischof Michael Wittmann (about 120 meters away); Franz-Xaver von Schönwerth (about 150 meters away); Amberger Kulturstadel (about 150 meters away); Rathaus / Town Hall (about 150 meters away); Schulkirche / School Church (about 150 meters away); Stadttheater / Town Theatre (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.

The entrance to the Old Fortress and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

2. The entrance to the Old Fortress and Marker

The View of the Old Fortress building image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

3. The View of the Old Fortress building

Credits. This page was last revised on March 6, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 35 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.