Auerbach in der Oberpfalz in Amberg-Sulzbach, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Torwärterhäusl
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Gatekeeper's House
Photographed by James Hulse, June 28, 2025
1. Torwärterhäusl / Gatekeeper's House Marker
Hier stand das Torwärterhäusl mit Gemeindebackofen, 1440 erbaut, 1909 abgebrochen. Der Torwärter überwachte den Einlass, trieb Maut ein, verlangte die Pestpässe, öffnete und schloss das Tor.
Here stood the gatekeeper's house with a communal oven. Built in 1440, demolished in 1909. The gatekeeper monitored entry, collected tolls, demanded plague passes, and opened and closed the gate.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1440.
Location. 49° 41.496′ N, 11° 37.954′ E. Marker is in Auerbach in der Oberpfalz, Bayern (Bavaria), in Amberg-Sulzbach. It is at the intersection of Oberer Torplatz and Bahnhofstraße, on the left when traveling north on Oberer Torplatz. The marker is located on the wall of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Oberer Torpl 16, 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: Königliches Amtsgericht / Royal District Court (within shouting distance of this marker); Handwerkerhaus / Craftsmen’s House
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Photographed by James Hulse
2. Gatekeeper's House and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, June 28, 2025
3. Gatekeeper's House 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 63 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 12, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
