Wildensorg in Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Kapelle
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Chapel
Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
1. Kapelle / Chapel Marker
1836 Umbau zur Kapelle
Altar von Adam Schäfer
4 Grabmäler (16. Jh.)
aus aufgelösten Bamberger
Kirchen Erste Kapelle der
Burg am 1.5.1124 geweiht
The former gatekeeper’s room, originally built around 1450, was converted into a chapel in 1836. The altar was crafted by Adam Schäfer, and the chapel houses four tomb monuments from the 16th century, salvaged from dissolved churches in Bamberg. The very first chapel of the castle was consecrated on May 1, 1124.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is May 1, 1124.
Location. 49° 52.837′ N, 10° 52.124′ 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.
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Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
2. The view of the Chapel
Photographed by James Hulse, July 8, 2025
3. Kapelle / Chapel Marker
The marker is located along the right side of the open tunnel connecting the walkway to the 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 58 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 30, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
