Altstadt in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Spitzkasematte
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Spraying Casemate
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
1. Spitzkasematte / Spraying Casemate Marker
Vermutlich vor 1584 entstanden. Teil des östlichen Befestigungsgürtels, bastionsartiger Kasemattenvorbau, etwa in der Mitte der Ostseite, ca. 23m lang, mit spitzer Überwölbung, diente zum Bestreichen, d.h. Verteidigen der Ostseite.
Probably built before 1584. Part of the eastern fortifications, bulwark-like casemate projection, near the middle of the east side, approx. 23m long, with a pointed vault-covering, used for "spraying", i.e., defense of the east side.
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 1584.
Location. 49° 24.649′ N, 8° 43.001′ E. Marker is in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg. It is in Altstadt. It is on Neue Schloßstraße close to Burgweg. The marker is located in the lower outside trail around the castle. 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,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Ludwigsbau / Ludwig's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Wasserkasematte / Water Casemate (within shouting distance of this marker); Ökonomiebau Soldatenbau / Economic Building, Soldier Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ottheinrichsbau / Ottheinrich's Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gesprengter Turm/Krautturm / Blown up Tower/Gunpowder Tower (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Unterer Fürstenbrunnen / Lower Prince's Fountain (about 90 meters away); Zeugnis der Geschichte / Testimony of History (about 90 meters away); Gläserner Saalbau / Glass Hall Building (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.
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
2. The Spraying Casemate Structure and Marker
In 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.(Submitted on October 5, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed by James Hulse, September 22, 2024
3. The Spraying Casemate Structure, Marker and upper section of the castle
Credits. This page was last revised on October 6, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 5, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 120 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 6, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
