Fürth, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
St. Michael
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 5, 2026
1. St. Michael Marker
Das Langhaus (um 1100) mit seinen dicken Mauern gab in der kleinen Ortschaft Schutz und Mitte. Um die Kirche herum bot der Friedhof letzte Heimat.
Der Turm (um 1400) stärkte die Wehrkirche und dient zur Orientierung.
Mit dem Chorraum (um 1480) gewann die Feier des Heiligen größeren Raum.
Die evangelische Predigt (ab 1525) und die wachsende Einwohnerzahl brachten. Kanzel und Emporen (um 1700).
Neubesinnung kennzeichnet das 19. Jahrhundert. Der Innenraum (Altar, Kanzel, Orgel) wurde harmonisch gestaltet und die Sakristei angebaut. Aus dem Friedhof wurde der Kirchenplatz.
Der Mensch steht im Mittelpunkt der neuen Fenster (1958-1969). Das Entfernen der Stufen (1978) machte den Chorraum für die Menschen zugänglicher.
The Archangel Michael defeats the dragon in heaven. St. Michael's Church is thus a symbol of hope. It grew and changed along with the
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The nave (around 1100) with its thick walls provided shelter and a central point for the small village. The cemetery surrounding the church offered a final resting place.
The tower (around 1400) strengthened the fortified church and served as a landmark.
With the addition of the chancel (around 1480), the celebration of the saint's feast day gained more space.
The Protestant preaching (from 1525 onward) and the growing population led to the addition of the pulpit and galleries (around 1700).
A new focus characterized the 19th century. The interior (altar, pulpit, organ) was harmoniously redesigned, and the sacristy was added. The cemetery became the church square.
The focus of the new windows (1958-1969) is on humanity. Removing the steps (1978) made the choir area more accessible to people.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1525.
Location. 49° 28.803′ N, 10° 59.301′ E. Marker is in Fürth, Bayern (Bavaria). It is on Kirchenplatz, on the left
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 5, 2026
2. St. Michael Marker - wide view
The marker is visible here to the left of the side entrance on the south side of the church.
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 Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Gustav Adolf (a few steps from this marker); Schlacht an der Alte Veste / Battle of the Alte Veste: Kirchenplatz (within shouting distance of this marker); Die Kapelle zum heiligen Grab / The Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre (within shouting distance of this marker); Ehemaliges Amtshaus / Former Administrative Building (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Malka and Marcus Mandel (about 90 meters away); Ehemaliger Eingang zum israelitischen Schulhof / Former Entrance to the Jewish Community Center (about 150 meters away); Marktplatz / Market Square (about 150 meters away); Ehemalige Gabrielschul / Former Gabriel Schul (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 5, 2026
3. St. Michael Church
Also see . . . Kirche St. Michael (FürthWiki, in German). Excerpt (in translation):
St. Michael's is the oldest surviving church in Fürth.(Submitted on March 24, 2026.)
The St. Michael's parish is Lutheran. Its origins date back to the 11th century, and the Reformation was introduced in 1525/1528.
Even before 1362, it assumed the parish office and ecclesiastical rights of the royal proprietary church of St. Martin.
In the summer of 1632, the Swedish King Gustavus Adolphus stayed at the St. Michael's rectory. A commemorative plaque is affixed to the church's exterior wall. St. Michael's is possibly the only building in Fürth still standing today that survived the Thirty Years' War. Most other buildings, with the exception of the synagogue and the tollhouse, were completely burned down during the Thirty Years' War. During the Nazi regime, however, the synagogue was also destroyed in anti-Semitic riots. The escort house, which survived the Thirty Years' War badly damaged, was demolished in 1968.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 24, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 24, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
