Bruck in Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Gasthof zum „Walfisch“
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“The Whale Inn”
Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
1. Gasthof zum „Walfisch“ / “The Whale Inn” Marker
Im ehem Gasthof zum „Walfisch“, der bis zum Jahre 1912 an dieser Stelle gestanden hat, wohnte Goethe in der Nacht vom 16.–17. Nov. 1797.
In the former inn “Zum Walfisch,” which stood at this site until 1912, Goethe stayed here on the night of November 16–17, 1797.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is November 16, 1797.
Location. 49° 35.758′ N, 11° 0.202′ E. Marker is in Erlangen, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Bruck. It is on Calvinstraße just east of Goethestraße, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Calvinstraße 5, Erlangen BY 91054, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in German Franconia. Globally, 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 Holy Roman Empire and also the former West Germany.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Iwan Weinstock
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Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
2. Gasthof zum „Walfisch“ / “The Whale Inn” Marker
The view of the marker above the entrance to the building.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
3. Gasthof zum „Walfisch“ / “The Whale Inn” Marker
The view of the marker along the side of the building on the street.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
4. Gasthof zum „Walfisch“ / “The Whale Inn” Marker
The view of the marker from across the street.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 15, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 15, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 15, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
