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Luzern, Switzerland — Central Europe (the Alps)
 

Theilinghus

 
 
Theilinghus Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, August 19, 2024
1. Theilinghus Marker
The Theilinghus building is named after Frischans Theiling, leader of the victorious Lucerne forces at the battle of Giornico in 1478. He is depicted above the marker text.
Inscription.  
Einstmals: vor 500 jahren kaufte man hier Ellenwaren

Jetzt: Kauft man im Theilinghus gute Brillen vom Optikus.

(English translation:)
Once upon a time: 500 years ago, people bought textiles by the yard here.

Now: you can buy good glasses from the optician in Theilinghus.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
 
Location. 47° 3.2′ N, 8° 18.399′ E. Marker is in Luzern. It is on Theilinggasse, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Weggisgasse 3, Luzern 6004, Switzerland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in 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: Teiling Alley (a few steps from this marker); The Inner "Weggis" Gate (a few steps from this marker); The von Silenen Home (within shouting distance of this marker);
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"Star Square" (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Willmann-Haus (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Johann Baptist Marzohl (about 120 meters away); "At the White Cross" Inn (about 120 meters away); Ludwig Pfyffer (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Luzern.
 
Theilinghus Marker - wide view image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, August 19, 2024
2. Theilinghus Marker - wide view
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on October 29, 2025. It was originally submitted on September 7, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 231 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on September 7, 2024, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
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Jul. 29, 2026