Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Zeugnis der Geschichte
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Testimony of History
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
1. Zeugnis der Geschichte / Testimony of History Marker
Motiv der Romantik
Kaum ein Motiv hat Dichter und Maler der Romantik so beeindruckt wie der „Gesprengte Turm": Im Orléans'schen Krieg versuchten französische Truppen den Turm, in dem das Pulver gelagert war, zu zerstören. Dabei rutschte ein Mauerteil in den Graben hinab, wo es heute noch liegt. Dieses Bild inspirierte Künstler zu philosophischen Betrachtungen und malerischen Ansichten. Einer der ersten war Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, der diesen Anblick 1779 in einer Zeichnung festhielt.
Motif of Romanticism
Hardly any other motif impressed poets and painters of the Romantic era as much as the "Blown Up Tower": During the Orléans War, French troops attempted to destroy the tower in which the gunpowder was stored. In the process, a section of the wall slid down into the moat, where it still lies today. This image inspired artists to philosophical reflections and painterly views. One of the first was Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, who captured this view in a drawing in 1779.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles
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Location. 49° 24.601′ N, 8° 42.987′ E. Marker is in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is in Altstadt. It is on Schloß-Wolfsbrunnenweg. The marker is located outside of the castle along the outer loop trail. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Schlosshof 1, Heidelberg BW 69117, Germany. Touch for directions.
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: Unterer Fürstenbrunnen / Lower Prince's Fountain (a few steps from this marker); Oberer Fürstenbrunnen / Upper Prince's Fountain (a few steps from this marker); Gesprengter Turm/Krautturm / Blown up Tower/Gunpowder Tower (a few steps from this marker); Wasserkasematte / Water Casemate (within shouting distance of this marker); Ökonomiebau Soldatenbau / Economic Building, Soldier Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Torturm / Gate Tower (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Brunnenhalle / Fountain Hall (about 90 meters away); Spitzkasematte / Spraying Casemate (about 90 meters away). 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(Submitted on October 4, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)the late 17th century, the castle was repeatedly attacked and 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. The Testimony of History Marker and the Blown Up Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
3. The Blown up Tower and the Gate Tower in the background
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 166 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 5, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
