Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Kurfürstliches Zeughaus
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Electoral Arsenal
Das Gebäude, dessen Ost- und Nordflügel um 1502 und dessen Südflügel 1602 errichtet wurden, diente bis 1743 als Zeughaus.
The east and north wings of the building were constructed about 1502, the south wing in 1602; until 1743 it served as an arsenal.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1502.
Location. 49° 26.575′ N, 11° 51.456′ E. Marker is in Amberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Speckmannshof. It is at the intersection of Schiffgasse and Zeughausstraße, on the left when traveling south on Schiffgasse. The marker is located at the west entrance to the building. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Amberg BY 92224, 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 Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Stadtbrille / Town Spectacles (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Kurfürstliches Zeughaus / Electoral Arsenal (within shouting distance of this marker); Schiffgasse / Ship Lane (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Adolf Zechermann (about 150 meters away); Erna Fanny Zechermann (about 150 meters away); Martha Zechermann (about 150 meters away); Kurt Emanuel Zechermanner (about 150 meters away); Baustadel / Municipal Arsenal (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.
More about this marker. There is a duplicate of this marker on the opposite side of the building by the bridge
Credits. This page was last revised on June 19, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 17, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 87 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 19, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.



