Schießhaus in Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Ehem. markgräfliches Gesandtenhaus
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Former Margravial Envoy’s House
Photographed by James Hulse, May 29, 2025
1. Ehem. markgräfliches Gesandtenhaus / Former Margravial Envoy’s House Marker
Erbaut im späten 17. Jh. Umbau und Fassadengestaltung um 1735/40. Bis 1735 zeitweise Wohnhaus für fremde Gesandte am Markgrafenhof. Über dem Portal brandenburgischer roter Adler.
Built in the late 17th century, the building was remodeled and the facade redesigned around 1735/40. Until 1735, it served as a temporary residence for foreign ambassadors to the Margrave's Court. The Brandenburg red eagle is above the portal.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1735.
Location. 49° 56.632′ N, 11° 34.56′ E. Marker is in Bayreuth, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Schießhaus. It is on Maximilianstraße just west of Kanzleistraße, on the right when traveling east. The marker is located on the corner of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Maximilianstraße 15, Bayreuth BY 95444, 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: Kanzleistraße (a few steps from this marker); Alte Burg / Old Castle (within shouting distance of this marker); Eisenwarengeschäft Wirsing / Friedrich Wirsing's Shop
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Photographed by James Hulse, May 29, 2025
2. The marker is located on the corner of the building
Photographed by James Hulse, May 29, 2025
3. The Former Margravial Envoy’s House
The Brandenburg red eagle is viewable above the main entrance to the building.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 16, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 97 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 16, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
