Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Frauenzimmerbau
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Women's Room Building
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
1. Frauenzimmerbau / Women's Room Building Marker
Unter Kurfürst Ludwig V. (1508-44) erbaut. Der heutige „Königssaal" im Erdgeschoss war um 1530 größter Saal des Schlosses, später Ort für Ritterspiele und Werkstätten. Die Obergeschosse wurden im 17. Jahrhundert von den Frauen des Hofstaates bewohnt. Kriegszerstörung im 17. Jahrhundert; heutiges Dach 1759 unter Kurfürst Carl Theodor (1742-99) über der eingeschossigen Ruine erbaut. In den 1930er Jahren grundlegende Erneuerung.
Built under Elector Ludwig V (1508-44). Today's first floor (US) / ground floor (UK) "Königssaal", was the castle's largest hall around 1530 later used for tournaments, and as a workshop. In the 17th century the women of the court resided in the upper floors. Destroyed in the wars of the 17th century, current roof built in 1759 under Elector Carl Theodor (1742-99) over the one-storey ruins. Major renovation in the 1930's.
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 1530.
Location.
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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: Friedrichsbau / Friedrich's Building (a few steps from this marker); Karl Graf von Graimberg (within shouting distance of this marker); Bibliotheksbau / Library Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gläserner Saalbau / Glass Hall Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ottheinrichsbau / Ottheinrich's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Brunnenhalle / Fountain Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Ruprechtsbau / Ruprecht's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ludwigsbau / Ludwig's Building (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(Submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)ultimately 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. Frauenzimmerbau / Women's Room Building Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
3. The view of the Women's Room Building and Marker from the inside 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 149 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
