Speckmannshof in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Karl and Erika Giehrl
Photographed by James Hulse, March 17, 2026
1. Karl and Erika Giehrl Marker
Barockes Wohnhaus erbaut 1715 mehrfach umgebaut, renoviert 1998–2001 Hausname „Giehrlhaus“ Hier wohnte das Ehepaar Karl und Erika Giehrl Begründer der Erika-Giehrl-Stiftung zur Förderung des wissenschaftlichen Nachwuchses an der Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
This Baroque residential house, built in 1715 and remodeled several times, was renovated between 1998 and 2001, is known as the “Giehrlhaus,” was home to Karl and Erika Giehrl, and is associated with the founding of the Erika Giehrl Foundation supporting young scholars at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen–Nuremberg.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1715.
Location. 49° 26.727′ N, 11° 51.581′ E. Marker is in Amberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Speckmannshof. It is at the intersection of Untere Nabburger Straße and Rathausstraße, on the right when traveling south on Untere Nabburger Straße. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: u Nabburger Str 2, Amberg BY 92224, Germany. Touch for directions.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Morawitzky-Palais / Morawitzky Residence (within shouting distance of this marker); Nabburger Tores / Nabburger Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); Rathaus / Town Hall (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Spitalkirche / Infirmary Church (about 90 meters away); Der Amberger Hochzeitsbrunnen / The Amberg Wedding Fountain (about 90 meters away); St. Martin (about 120 meters away); Wiederaufbau der Kirche St. Martin / Rebuilding of St. Martin’s Church (about 120 meters away); Kowar-Haus / Kowar House (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amberg.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 17, 2026
2. Karl and Erika Giehrl Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, March 17, 2026
3. Karl and Erika Giehrl Marker
The view of the house along the street.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 6, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
