Neumühle in Auerbach in der Oberpfalz in Amberg-Sulzbach, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Büttelei
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Residence of the Town Constable
Photographed by James Hulse, June 28, 2025
1. Büttelei / Residence of the Town Constable Marker
1335 erbaut Gefängnis und Wohnung des Stadtknechts, 1903-1925 Postamt
Built in 1335, Prison and residence of the town constable, 1903–1925 post office
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1335.
Location. 49° 41.546′ N, 11° 37.819′ E. Marker is in Auerbach in der Oberpfalz, Bayern (Bavaria), in Amberg-Sulzbach. It is in Neumühle. It is on Oberer Marktplatz just north of Kirchstraße, on the left when traveling south. The marker is located on the western corner of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Oberer Marktpl 12, Auerbach in der Oberpfalz BY 91275, 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: Dr. Heinrich Stromer gen. Auerbach (a few steps from this marker); Gasthof Zum Schwan / The Swan Inn (a few steps from this marker); Kath. Stadtpfarrkirche / Catholic Parish Church (a few steps from this marker); Schenklhaus / Tavern Keeper’s House (a few steps from this marker); Stadtschreiberei / Old City Chancery
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More about this marker. Büttelei is an old German term referring to the office or dwelling of a town beadle or constable (Stadtknecht), often combined with a small jail.
Photographed by James Hulse, June 28, 2025
2. Büttelei / Residence of the Town Constable Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, June 28, 2025
3. Residence of the Town Constable and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 12, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 11, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 81 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 12, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
