Mitte in Nürnberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Tiefer Brunnen
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Deep Well
Photographed by James Hulse, February 22, 2024
1. Tiefer Brunnen / Deep Well Marker
Deutsch:
Der Tiefe Brunnen im Brunnenhaus des Äußeren Burghofs stammt wahrscheinlich aus der ersten Entstehungszeit der Kaiserburg. Er ist seit dem 14. Jahrhundert urkundlich erwähnt. Der Brunnenschacht reicht 47 Meter tief in den Burgfelsen hinein. Während Zeiten großen Wasserbedarfs - bei Kaiserbesuchen, Hof- und Reichstagen - wurden zusätzlich Wasserfässer aus der Stadt in die Burg gebracht.
The Deep Well in the well house of the Outer Courtyard probably dates from the very earliest days of the Imperial Castle. It is mentioned in documents from the 14th century onwards. The well-shaft extends 47 metres down inside the castle rock. During times when large quantities of water were needed - imperial visits, or court sessions - water was also brought up to the castle additionally in pails from the city.
Erected by Bayerische Verwaltung der staatlichen Schlösser, Gärten und Seen.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
Location. 49° 27.473′
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Maria Sibylla Merian-Garten / Maria Sibylla Merian Garden (a few steps from this marker); Kaiserkapelle / Imperial Chapel (within shouting distance of this marker); Sinwellturm / Sinwell Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Kaiserburg und Burggrafenburg / Imperial Castle and Burgrave's Castle (within shouting distance of this marker); Kaiserburg Nürnberg / Imperial Castle Nuremberg (within shouting distance of this marker); Burggarten und Bastionen / Castle Gardens and Bastions (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Kaiserburg Nürnberg / Imperial Castle Nuremberg (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Kaiser Stallung / Imperial Stables (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Nürnberg.
Also see . . . Imperial Castle of Nuremberg - Deep Well and Sinwell Tower. Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung
In the middle of the bailey is one of the most important buildings in the castle complex, the well house with the Deep Well.(Submitted on September 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)The two-storey building dates according to the inscription from 1563, and the half-timbered storey was completely renewed in 1951.Photographed by James Hulse, February 22, 20242. Tiefer Brunnen / Deep Well Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, February 22, 2024
3. The Well building and marker
Photographed by James Hulse, February 22, 2024
4. The interior courtyard of the castle with the well house in the middle
Credits. This page was last revised on March 16, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 485 times since then and 205 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on September 7, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
