Mitte in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
Guido Theodor Apel
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
1. Guido Theodor Apel Marker
das Geburtshaus von
Guido Theodor Apel
10.05.1811 26.11.1867
Dichter und Schriftsteller
Stifter der Apelsteine
zum Gedenken an die Vφlkerschlacht
Until 1905, the birthplace of Guido Theodor Apel (May 10, 1811 November 26, 1867) stood here. He was a poet and writer and the founder of the Apel Stones, erected in commemoration of the Battle of the Nations.
Erected 2011 by Stadt Leipzig.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is May 10, 1811.
Location. 51° 20.326′ N, 12° 22.575′ E. Marker is in Leipzig, Sachsen (Saxony). It is in Mitte. It is at the intersection of Neumarkt and Gewandgδίchen, on the right when traveling south on Neumarkt. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Neumarkt 9, Leipzig SN 04109, 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: Altes Konservatorium / Old Conservatoire (within shouting distance of this marker); Groίe Feuerkugel / "Great Fireball" (within shouting distance of this marker); Berόhmte Bewohner am Neumarkt / Famous Residents of the Neumarkt (within shouting distance of this marker); Leipziger Messen / Leipzig Trade Fairs (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Erstes Gewandhaus / First Gewandhaus (about 90 meters away); Das Erste Gewandhaus / The First Gewandhaus Concert Hall
this page online
Also see . . . Theodor Apel (German Language). Wikipedia
English Translation - Guido Theodor Apel (May 10, 1811 November 26, 1867) was a German writer and the founder of the Apel Stones, memorial markers commemorating the Battle of Leipzig of 1813.(Submitted on June 29, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
2. Guido Theodor Apel Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
3. Guido Theodor Apel Marker
The view of the marker and building from across the street.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 29, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 29, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
