Mitte in Nürnberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Bridge inscription of the Heilig-Geist-Spital (Pegnitz Bridge)
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
1. Bridge inscription of the Heilig-Geist-Spital (Pegnitz Bridge) Marker
In memor instant seculi XVIII pontem a MCDXXXIV binis arcubus impositum, post XXXVII trieterides aquarum mole eversum, post XXI pentads imilicuram usui publico antiquo commodo a fundamentis formari et firmari iussit S. P. Q. Norimb. A. M. D. C. C.
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Sub augustis auspiciis Leopoldi Magni imp. Caes. pii felicis invicti et Iosephi Roman. regis Augusti, quos Ianos seculares aevo ut veteri ita novo optime prospecturos veneratur et optat pietas Norica.
In remembrance: at the dawn of the 18th century, the bridge—first built in 1434 with two arches—having been destroyed by the force of the waters after many years, was ordered by the Senate and People of Nuremberg to be rebuilt from its foundations and firmly secured for public use, in the year 1700.
2nd Plaque
Under the august auspices of Leopold the Great, pious, fortunate, and unconquered Emperor, and of Joseph, August King of the Romans, whom the loyal people of Noricum revere and look to as the best guardians of both the old age and the new.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Bridges & Viaducts. A significant historical year for this entry is 1434.
Location. 49° 27.17′ N, 11° 4.67′ E. Marker is in Nürnberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Mitte. It is on Plobenhofstraße just north of Königstraße, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Plobenhofstraße 1, Nürnberg BY 90402, 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.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Haus des Lebkuchens / Gingerbread House (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Unsere Liebe Frau / Our Lady (about 120 meters away); Reichskleinodien / Imperial Regalia (about 150 meters away); Schwabenmühle / Schwaben Mill (about 150 meters away); Schöner Brunnen / Beautiful Fountain (about 180 meters away); Dem Andenken / In Memory (about 180 meters away); Kriegsdenkmal / War Memorial (about 180 meters away); Infanterie-Regiment 21 / Infantry Regiment 21 (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Nürnberg.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
2. Bridge inscription of the Heilig-Geist-Spital (Pegnitz Bridge) Marker - 2nd Plaque
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
3. Bridge inscription of the Heilig-Geist-Spital (Pegnitz Bridge) Marker
The view of the first marker on the top of the bridge.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 26, 2026
4. Bridge inscription of the Heilig-Geist-Spital (Pegnitz Bridge) Marker
The view of the second marker on the opposite side of the bridge.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 30, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 28, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 30, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
