Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe

Schulkirche / School Church

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

1. Schulkirche / School Church Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

German:
Errichtung als Kirche der Salesianerinnen durch Wolfgang Dientzenhofer 1697 bis 1699. Tiefgreifender Umbau 1758, Ausgestaltung im Stil des Rokoko. Nach der Säkularisation Übergang an die Deutsche Schulstiftung, dann an die Armen Schulschwestern v. U.1.F.

English:
School Church: Built as a church for the Salesians between 1697 and 1699 by Wolfgang Dientzenhofer. Radically rebuilt in 1758, designed in Rococo style. After secularization, it passed to the German Schools Foundation and then to the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1699.

Location. 49° 26.729′ N, 11° 51.296′ E. Marker is in Amberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Speckmannshof. Marker is at the intersection of Deutsche Schulgasse and Löwenwirtsgäßchen, on the left when traveling east on Deutsche Schulgasse. The marker is located on the southwest corner of the church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Deutsche Schulgasse 2, Amberg BY 92224, Germany. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Amberger Kulturstadel (a few steps

Paid Advertisement

Click on the ad for more information.
Please report objectionable advertising to the Editor.

Click or scan to see
this page online

from this marker); Franz-Xaver von Schönwerth (within shouting distance of this marker); Stadttheater / Town Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Alte Veste / Old Fortress (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); Frauenkirche / Church of Our Lady (about 180 meters away); Bischof Michael Wittmann (about 180 meters away); Ratstrinkstube / Council Taproom (about 180 meters away); Rathaus / Town Hall (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.

The entrance to the School Church and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

2. The entrance to the School Church and Marker

The front and side view of the School Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, February 19, 2024

3. The front and side view of the School Church

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