Sondernheim in Germersheim, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany — Central Europe
Ehemaliges Rathaus
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Former Town Hall
Photographed by James Hulse, September 15, 2026
1. Ehemaliges Rathaus / Former Town Hall Marker
1817 - 1842 königl. bayer. Landeskommissariat,
1842 - 1972 Rathaus.
Built around 1750 as a salt warehouse, the building housed the Royal Bavarian District Commissioner’s Office from 1817 to 1842 and served as the town hall from 1842 to 1972.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1750.
Location. 49° 13.211′ N, 8° 22.286′ E. Marker is in Germersheim, Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate). It is in Sondernheim. It is at the intersection of Marktstraße and Sandstraße, on the left when traveling east on Marktstraße. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Marktstraße 4B, 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: Marktstraße (within shouting distance of this marker); Ludwigstor / Ludwig Gate (within shouting distance of this marker); Aus der Geschichte dieses Gebäudes / History of this Building (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Grundstein der Festung Germersheim / Cornerstone of Germersheim Fortress (about 120 meters away); Marktstraße und Schlossstraße (about 150 meters away); Octroi-Häuschen / Octroi Toll House
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Photographed by James Hulse
2. Ehemaliges Rathaus / Former Town Hall Marker
Photographed by James Hulse
3. Ehemaliges Rathaus / Former Town Hall Marker
The marker is located on the right corner of the building.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 25, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 26, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
