Bruck in Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Ehemalige Sophienkirche
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Former Sophien Church
Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
1. Ehemalige Sophienkirche / Former Sophien Church Marker
Ehemalige Sophienkirche der Ritterakademie erbaut 1700 Kirche der Universität 1743-1826
Former Sophien Church of the Knight Academy, built in 1700. Church of the University, 1743–1826.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1700.
Location. 49° 35.729′ N, 11° 0.282′ E. Marker is in Erlangen, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Bruck. It is at the intersection of Hauptstraße and Friedrichstraße, on the right when traveling north on Hauptstraße. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Hauptstraße 16, 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: Neustädter Kirche / Neustadt Church
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Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
2. Ehemalige Sophienkirche / Former Sophien Church Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026
3. Ehemalige Sophienkirche / Former Sophien Church Marker
The view of the building 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 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 15, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
