Hanau in Main-Kinzig-Kreis, Hesse, Germany — Central Europe
Fundament der Bastion
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Foundation of the Bastion
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, May 26, 2024
1. Fundament der Bastion / Foundation of the Bastion Marker
Auf den Steinen fanden sich zahlreiche Steinmetzzeichen der damals tätigen Handwerker. Diese waren auch beim Bau des Altstädter Rathauses 1537/38 tätig.
During the archaeological investigations, the remains of the foundations of the former old town bastion from the early 16th century were also uncovered. The hewn basalt blocks formed the basis for three rondelles and two square bastions. A wooden palisade in the moat fed by the Kinzig provided additional protection for the building.
Numerous stonemason's marks of the craftsmen working at the time were found on the stones. They were also involved in the construction of the old town hall in 1537-38.
Erected by Stadt Hanau.
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Location. 50° 8.081′ N, 8° 55.104′ E. Marker is in Hanau, Hessen (Hesse), in Main-Kinzig-Kreis. It is on Freiheitsplatz, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hanau HE 63450, 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: Vogelschau auf Hanau / Bird’s-eye view of Hanau (here, next to this marker); Schießscharte der Altstadtbefestigung / Old town fortress embrasure (here, next to this marker); Geburtshaus der Brüder Grimm / Birthplace of the Brothers Grimm (within shouting distance of this marker); Wohnhaus von Friedrich Rückert / Residence of Friedrich Rückert (within shouting distance of this marker); Wohnhaus der Tante Schlemmer / Residence of Auntie Schlemmer (within shouting distance of this marker); „Lauschet den Gassen“ / “Listen to the Streets” (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Wohnhaus von Georg Cornicelius / Residence of Georg Cornicelius (about 90 meters away); Rest der mittelalterlichen Straße / Remnants of a Medieval Street (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hanau.
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Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, May 26, 2024
2. Fundament der Bastion / Foundation of the Bastion Marker - wide view
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, May 26, 2024
3. Hewn blocks
The bench upon which the marker sits is seemingly made up of the hewn blocks of the foundation that was uncovered (or at least replicas). Note the visible stonemason marks on the middle block.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 2, 2025. It was originally submitted on January 2, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 111 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 2, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
