Bruck in Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe

Bahnhofsplatz Nō 2

Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026

1. Bahnhofsplatz Nō 2 Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

German:
Das Haus wurde in den Jahren 1719–1723 errichtet und bildet mit dem gleichartigen Nebenhaus Nr. 3 ein Ensemble. Seinen besonderen Ausdruck findet es in der Fenstergalerie, die zum historischen Innenhof ausgerichtet ist. Um 1750 wurde das Haus, wie auch das Nebenhaus Nr. 3, aufgestockt. Das Erdgeschoss ist aus Quadersteinen erbaut, das Obergeschoss besteht aus verputztem Fachwerk, Riegelwerk und Lehm, entsprechend den meisten Bürgerhäusern aus damaliger Zeit (heute Privatwohnungen). Bis zum 30. April 1817 befand sich in diesem Gebäude die Schule der Französisch-Reformierten Kirchengemeinde. Im Erdgeschoss des Hauses befinden sich das Zwingli-Zimmer, der Jugendraum sowie weitere Räumlichkeiten der Evangelisch-Reformierten Kirchengemeinde.

English Translation:
The house was built between 1719 and 1723 and forms an ensemble with the similar neighboring house No. 3. Its special character is expressed in the window gallery facing the historic inner courtyard. Around 1750, the house—like the neighboring house No. 3—was given an additional story. The ground floor is built of ashlar stone blocks, while the

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upper floor consists of plastered timber framing, beam construction, and clay, typical of most town houses of that time (today used as private apartments). Until April 30, 1817, the school of the French Reformed congregation was located in this building. On the ground floor of the house are the Zwingli Room, the youth room, and other rooms belonging to the Evangelical Reformed congregation.

Erected by Grafische Beratung, “Citizens for Goethestraße” and “The Houses of Goethe–Heuwaagstraße Introduce Themselves”.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is April 30, 1817.

Location. 49° 35.766′ N, 11° 0.166′ E. Marker is in Erlangen, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Bruck. It is at the intersection of Bahnhofplatz and Calvinstraße, on the right when traveling north on Bahnhofplatz. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Bahnhofpl 2, 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,

Photographed by James Hulse, February 25, 2026

2. Bahnhofsplatz Nō 2 Marker

The view of the building from across the street. The marker is located at the entrance to the building just behind the people waiting for the bus.

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 (a few steps from this marker); Christian Krafft (within shouting distance of this marker); Gasthof zum „Walfisch“ / “The Whale Inn” (within shouting distance of this marker); Goethestraße Nō 38 (within shouting distance of this marker); Goethestraße Nō 31 (within shouting distance of this marker); Goethestraße Nō 36 (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Goethestraße Nō 56 (about 90 meters away); Goethestraße Nō 32 (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Erlangen.

Credits. This page was last revised on March 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 18, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 19, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.