Altstadt in Würzburg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe

Städtische Galerie
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Municipal Gallery

Photographed by James Hulse, July 14, 2025

1. Städtische Galerie / Municipal Gallery Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

German:
Hier stand seit dem 12. Jhdt. die Domherrnkurie, Wohnsitz des letzten Fürstbischofs Georg Karl von Fechenbach. 1823 für die Gesellschaft Harmonie klassizistisch umgestaltet. Nach der Zerstörung 1945 in gleicher Form als Städtische Galerie 1965–69 wiederaufgebaut.

English Translation:
Since the 12th century, this was the site of the canons’ residence, later the home of the last Prince-Bishop, Georg Karl von Fechenbach. In 1823 it was remodeled in neoclassical style for the Harmonie Society. After its destruction in 1945, it was rebuilt in the same form as the Municipal Gallery between 1965 and 1969.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1823.

Location. 49° 47.629′ N, 9° 55.974′ E. Marker is in Würzburg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Altstadt. It is at the intersection of Hofstraße and Kardinal-Döpfner-Platz, on the right when traveling west on Hofstraße. The marker is located on the southwest corner of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Hofstraße 3, Würzburg BY 97070, 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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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Hof Guttenberg / St. Gallus House (a few steps from this marker); Schönbornkapelle / Schönborn Chapel (a few steps from this marker); Paradeplatz / Parade Grounds (within shouting distance of this marker); Würzburg Sinti Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Hof Contus (within shouting distance of this marker); Lusamgärtchen / Lusam Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Lusam-Gärtlein (within shouting distance of this marker); Der Kreuzgang des Neumuensterstiftes / The Cloister of the Neumuenster Seminary (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Würzburg.

The Municipal Gallery and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, July 14, 2025

2. The Municipal Gallery and Marker

The view of the Municipal Gallery and Marker from the parking lot image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse

3. The view of the Municipal Gallery and Marker from the parking lot

Credits. This page was last revised on October 30, 2025. It was originally submitted on September 9, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 60 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 10, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.

Städtische Galerie⎯⎯⎯Municipal Gallery

Städtische Galerie
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Municipal Gallery