Altstadt in Würzburg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Kaufhaus am Markt
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Department Store at the Market
Photographed by James Hulse, July 14, 2025
1. Kaufhaus am Markt / Department Store at the Market Marker
Balthasar Neumann
im Auftrag von Fürstbischof
Friedrich Karl von Schönborn
1739–1741.
Built by Balthasar Neumann on behalf of Prince-Bishop Friedrich Karl von Schönborn, 1739–1741.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
Location. 49° 47.647′ N, 9° 55.785′ E. Marker is in Würzburg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Altstadt. It is at the intersection of Marktplatz and Schustergasse, on the right when traveling east on Marktplatz. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Marktpl 14a, Würzburg BY 97070, 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: Emy Roeder (a few steps from this marker); Vom Judenplatz zum Marktplatz / From Jewish Quarter to Market Square (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Marienkapelle / St. Mary's Chapel (about 90 meters away); Haus zum Falken (about 90 meters away); Neumünster
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Also see . . . Balthasar Neumann. Wikipedia
Johann Balthasar Neumann (c. 27 January 1687 – 19 August 1753), usually known as Balthasar Neumann, was a German architect and military engineer and one of the most important designers of late Baroque architecture in Central Europe. He developed a distinctive architectural style integrating Austrian, Bohemian, Italian, and French influences.(Submitted on April 3, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed by James Hulse, July 14, 2025
2. Kaufhaus am Markt / Department Store at the Market Marker
The marker is located on the right side of the entrance to the building.
Photographed by James Hulse, July 14, 2025
3. Kaufhaus am Markt / Department Store at the Market Marker
The view of the building and marker along the street.
Public Domain - Marcus Friedrich Kleinert - Lower Franconian Museum - Wikipedia Commons, circa 1727
4. Portrait of Balthasar Neumann
Credits. This page was last revised on April 3, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 2, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 3, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
