Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Ehemalige Hufschmiede Am Vilstor
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Former Blacksmith’s Workshop At the Vils Gate
Photographed by James Hulse, May 30, 2025
1. Ehemalige Hufschmiede Am Vilstor / Former Blacksmith’s Workshop At the Vils Gate Marker
Der Hufschmied war im Mittelalter wegen der kurzen Wege direkt am Stadttor angesiedelt. Wegen der hohen Brandgefahr lag die Schmiede nahe der hier fließenden Vils. Die Schmiede wurde nachweislich durchgehend von 1629 bis in die 1970er Jahre betrieben. Neben dem Hufschmied gab es im Mittelalter auch den Waffen-, Nagel- und Wagenschmied.
In the Middle Ages, the blacksmith was located directly by the city gate for short, convenient access. Because of the high risk of fire, the smithy stood close to the nearby Vils River. Records show the smithy was continuously in operation from 1629 until the 1970s. In addition to the blacksmith, there were also specialized smiths in the Middle Ages — including weaponsmiths, nailmakers, and cartwrights.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1629.
Location. 49° 26.795′ N, 11° 51.192′ E. Marker is in Amberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Speckmannshof. It is at the intersection of Vilsstraße and
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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 Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Vilstor / Vils Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Vilstor / Vils Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); Stadttheater / Town Theatre (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Kräuterwiese / Herb Meadow (about 150 meters away); Schulkirche / School Church (about 180 meters away); Amberger Kulturstadel (about 180 meters away); Franz-Xaver von Schönwerth (about 180 meters away); Jesuitenrichterhaus / Jesuit Judges’ House (approx. 0.2 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.
Photographed by James Hulse, May 30, 2025
2. The view of the marker along the wall of the building (left side)
Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 17, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 99 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 18, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
