Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe

Ratstrinkstube / Council Taproom

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

1. Ratstrinkstube / Council Taproom Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

German:
Errichtung des heutigen dreigeschossigen Baus in den Jahren 1728-1764. Auflockerung der in Sandsteinquadern aufgeführten Fassade durch allegorische Darstellungen der vier Elemente.

English:
Council Taproom: The present three-storey building was erected between 1728 and 1764. The façade, made of sandstone ashlars, is relieved by allegorical figures depicting the four elements.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1728.

Location. 49° 26.71′ N, 11° 51.458′ E. Marker is in Amberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Speckmannshof. Marker is at the intersection of Marktplatz and Lederergasse, on the right when traveling east on Marktplatz. 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: Marktpl 3, Amberg BY 92224, Germany. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Rathaus / Town Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Alte Veste / Old Fortress (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Morawitzky-Palais / Morawitzky Residence

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(about 120 meters away); Franz-Xaver von Schönwerth (about 180 meters away); Amberger Kulturstadel (about 180 meters away); Schulkirche / School Church (about 180 meters away); Frauenkirche / Church of Our Lady (about 210 meters away); Bischof Michael Wittmann (about 240 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

2. Ratstrinkstube / Council Taproom Marker

The view of the Council Taproom and Marker from the plaza image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

3. The view of the Council Taproom and Marker from the plaza

Another view of the Council Taproom with the church in the background image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

4. Another view of the Council Taproom with the church in the background

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 37 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.