Sondernheim in Germersheim, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany — Central Europe
Weißenburger Tor
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Weißenburg Gate
Photographed by James Hulse, September 15, 2026
1. Weißenburger Tor / Weißenburg Gate Marker
This city gate was built in 1839 as part of the fortress. It belonged to the “Lamotte Front” and was formerly called the “French Gate.”
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1839.
Location. 49° 12.984′ N, 8° 22.595′ E. Marker is in Germersheim, Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate). It is in Sondernheim. It is at the intersection of Europaplatz and Paradepl., on the left when traveling west on Europaplatz. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Europapl 1, Germersheim RP 76726, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on the German Upper Rhine. Globally, 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, the Holy Roman Empire, and the former West Germany.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Weißenburger Tor / Weißenburg Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); Wessenburger Tor / Weissenburg Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); Weißenburger Tor / Paradeplatz (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Luitpoldplatz / Hauptstraße/Königstraße (about 210 meters away); Kriegerdenkmal / Franco-Prussian War Memorial (about 240 meters away); Luitpoldplatz / Kriegerdenkmal (approx.
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Photographed by James Hulse, September 15, 2026
2. Weißenburger Tor / Weißenburg Gate Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, September 15, 2026
3. Weißenburger Tor / Weißenburg Gate and Marker
The town entrance of the Weißenburg Gate.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 25, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 3 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 25, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
