Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Gläserner Saalbau
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Glass Hall Building
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
1. Gläserner Saalbau / Glass Hall Building Marker
1549-55 auf älteren Grundmauern unter Kurfürst Friedrichs II. (1544-56) erbaut. Im obersten Geschoss ein mit kostbaren Spiegeln ausgestatteter Festsaal ist nicht mehr erhalten. Frühestes Renaissancegebäude im Schloss. Nach Zerstörung im 30-jährigen Krieg unter Kurfürst Karl Ludwig (1649-80) innen umgebaut; 1764 nach Blitzeinschlägen niedergebrannt. 2013 neu eingezogenes Dach und Ausbau. Künstlerische Ausgestaltung Prof. Jürgen Goertz 2020.
Built 1549-55 on older foundation walls under Elector Friedrich II (1544-56). A banqueting hall furnished with precious mirrors in the top floor is no longer preserved. The earliest Renaissance building in the castle. Interior rebuilt after destruction during the 30-Year War under Elector Karl Ludwig (1649–80); burnt down in 1764 after lightning strikes. 2013 new roof and development.
Erected by Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1764.
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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: Karl Graf von Graimberg (here, next to this marker); Friedrichsbau / Friedrich's Building (a few steps from this marker); Ottheinrichsbau / Ottheinrich's Building (a few steps from this marker); Frauenzimmerbau / Women's Room Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ludwigsbau / Ludwig's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Bibliotheksbau / Library Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ökonomiebau Soldatenbau / Economic Building, Soldier Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Brunnenhalle / Fountain Hall (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Heidelberg.
More about this marker. The marker is located on the grounds of the Heidelberg Castle. There is a small fee to access the castle grounds and markers.
Also see . . . Heidelberg Castle. Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg
In the late 17th century, the castle was repeatedly attacked and ultimately(Submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)destroyed by the French in the War of the Grand Alliance. These catastrophic events are commemorated in a spectacular fireworks display, held several times each year. In 1764, after some makeshift repairs, the battered castle was heavily damaged again: this time by the forces of Nature, in the form of two devastating lightning strikes. The once-proud residence caught fire – and was left in ruins.Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 20242. Gläserner Saalbau / Glass Hall Building Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
3. Gläserner Saalbau / Glass Hall Building Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
4. The view of the Glass Hall Building from the courtyard
Credits. This page was last revised on October 4, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 182 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
