Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Schulkirche
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School Church
Photographed by James Hulse, February 19, 2024
1. Schulkirche / School Church Marker
Errichtung als Kirche der Salesianerinnen durch Wolfgang Dientzenhofer 1697 bis 1699. Tiefgreifender Umbau 1758, Ausgestaltung im Stil des Rokoko. Nach der Sδkularisation άbergang an die Deutsche Schulstiftung, dann an die Armen Schulschwestern v. U.1.F.
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: Religion & Religious Structures. 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. It is at the intersection of Deutsche Schulgasse and Lφwenwirtsgδίchen, 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.
Regionally, it is in Europe,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Amberger Kulturstadel (a few steps from this marker); Franz-Xaver von Schφnwerth (within shouting distance of this marker); Stadttheater / Town Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Erna Strauss (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Karl Haymann (about 120 meters away); Fanny Haymann (about 120 meters away); Jesuitenrichterhaus / Jesuit Judges House (about 150 meters away); Alte Veste / Old Fortress (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 19, 2024
2. The entrance to the School Church and Marker
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 131 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
