Mitte in Halle (Saale) in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany — Central Europe
Dr. Martin Luther
Photographed by James Hulse, March 10, 2026
1. Dr. Martin Luther Marker
Hier in der Herberge zum güldenen Schlösschen wohnte Dr. Martin Luther im Anfang Augult 1545.
Here, at the inn “Zum güldenen Schlösschen” (“The Golden Little Castle”), Dr. Martin Luther stayed in early August 1545.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is August 1545.
Location. 51° 28.888′ N, 11° 58.217′ E. Marker is in Halle (Saale), Sachsen-Anhalt (Saxony-Anhalt), in Halle. It is in Mitte. It is on Schmeerstraße just south of Marktplatz, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Schmeerstraße 3, Halle (Saale) ST 06108, 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: Edgar und Ernestine Koch (within shouting distance of this marker); Marktplatz 2 (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Gedenken an die Retter Halles / In Memory of the Saviors of Halle (about 90 meters away); Marktplatz 3-7 (about 90 meters away); Rosa Wenzymer (about 120 meters away); Siegfried Wenzymer (about 120 meters away); Helena Wenzymer (about 120 meters away); Sofia Wenzymer (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Halle (Saale).
Also see . . . Martin Luther. Wikipedia
Martin(Submitted on June 13, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)Luther (10 November 1483 – 18 February 1546) was a German priest, theologian, author, hymnwriter, professor, and former Augustinian friar. Luther was the seminal figure of the Protestant Reformation, and his theological beliefs form the basis of Lutheranism. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Western and Christian history.
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Photographed by James Hulse, March 10, 2026
2. Dr. Martin Luther Marker
The view of the marker along the right side of the building.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 10, 2026
3. Dr. Martin Luther Marker
The view of the building from across the street, marker on the right side.
Public Domain via Wikipedia Commons, Artist Lucas Cranach the Elder, circa 1528
4. Portrait of Martin Luther
Credits. This page was last revised on June 13, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 10, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 3 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 13, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
