Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Ludwigsbau
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Ludwig's Building
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
1. Ludwigsbau / Ludwig's Building Marker
Um 1524 auf älteren Mauerresten erbaut. Wohnbau Kurfürst Ludwigs V. (1508-44), ursprünglich dreigeschossig und doppelt so lang. 1556 für den Neubau des Ottheinrichsbaus bis zum Treppenturm in der Gebäudemitte abgebrochen. Umbau unter Karl Ludwig (1649-80); Zerstörungen aus dem Pfälzischen Erbfolgekrieg wieder hergestellt; 1764 nach Blitzeinschlag abgebrannt.
Built around 1524 on old wall remains. Dwelling of Elector Ludwig V (1508-44), originally three floors and twice as long. Broken off to the stair turret in the middle of the building in 1556 for the new construction of the Ottheinrichsbaus. Altered under Karl Ludwig (1649-80); destruction from the Palatinate Successor War repaired; burnt down in 1764 after a lightning strike.
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 1524.
Location. 49° 24.649′ N, 8° 42.947′ E. Marker is in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg
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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: Ottheinrichsbau / Ottheinrich's Building (a few steps from this marker); Ökonomiebau Soldatenbau / Economic Building, Soldier Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gläserner Saalbau / Glass Hall Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Karl Graf von Graimberg (within shouting distance of this marker); Friedrichsbau / Friedrich's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Brunnenhalle / Fountain Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Frauenzimmerbau / Women's Room Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ruprechtsbau / Ruprecht'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 ultimately destroyed by the French in the War of the Grand Alliance. These(Submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)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. The entrance to Ludwig's Building and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
3. The view of Ludwig's Building and Marker from the courtyard (right side)
Credits. This page was last revised on October 5, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 153 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 5, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
