Wildensorg in Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Torhaus
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Gatehouse
Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
1. Torhaus / Gatehouse Marker
über dem Tor: Rollen für die Zugbrücke
neben dem Tor: Fußgängerpförtchen
unter dem Tor:
3-stöckiger Verteidigungsturm
Obergeschoss: Torwächterquartier,
1801-16 Wohnung von Dr. A.F. Marcus
Around 1450, above the gate: pulleys for the drawbridge, next to the gate: pedestrian postern, under the gate: 3-story defensive tower, upper floor: gatekeeper’s quarters, 1801–16 residence of Dr. A.F. Marcus.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1450.
Location. 49° 52.835′ N, 10° 52.118′ E. Marker is in Bamberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Wildensorg. It is at the intersection of Altenburg and Altennburger Str. on Altenburg. The marker is located on the grounds of the Bamburg Castle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Altenburg 1, Bamberg BY 96049, 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: Kapelle / Chapel (here, next to this marker); Grabmal Graf Adalberts von Babenberg (+906) / Tomb of Count Adalbert of Babenberg (†906)
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Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
2. The entrance to the Gatehouse and marker
The marker is located at the right side of the entrance to the castle gate.
Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
3. The view of the castle wall from the marker
Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
4. The main view of the entrance to the Bamberg Castle
Credits. This page was last revised on August 30, 2025. It was originally submitted on August 28, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 78 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 29, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
