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Altstadt in Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany — Central Europe
 

Geburtshaus
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Birthplace

 
 
Geburtshaus / Birthplace Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 3, 2026
1. Geburtshaus / Birthplace Marker
Inscription.  
Geburtshaus
des kaiserl. - österr. Ministers
Freiherr Aloys v. Hügel
(14.11.1753 - 30.08.1826)
1508 benannt Fraueneck
im 19. Jh. verändert und
aufgestockt

(English Translation)
Birthplace
This was the birthplace of the Imperial Austrian minister Baron Aloys von Hügel, who lived from November 14, 1753, to August 30, 1826. Named Fraueneck in 1508, the building was altered and additional stories were added in the 19th century.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is August 30, 1826.
 
Location. 50° 21.708′ N, 7° 35.798′ E. Marker is in Koblenz, Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate). It is in Altstadt. It is at the intersection of Florinsmarkt and Gemüseg, on the right when traveling east on Florinsmarkt. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Florinsmarkt 14, Koblenz RP 56068, Germany. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the German Rhineland, in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, and specifically in the Moselle Valley. Globally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central
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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: Weinstube Zum Hubertus / Zum Hubertus Wine Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); “Pfarrhaus Liebfrauen” / Church of Our Lady Rectory (within shouting distance of this marker); Zum Gedenken (within shouting distance of this marker); Bürresheimer Hof (within shouting distance of this marker); Schöffenhaus / Aldermen’s House (within shouting distance of this marker); Gemüsegasse (within shouting distance of this marker); Altes Kauf- und Danzhaus / Old Trading and Dance Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Altes Brauhaus / Old Beer Hall (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Koblenz.
 
Geburtshaus / Birthplace Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 3, 2026
2. Geburtshaus / Birthplace Marker
Geburtshaus / Birthplace Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, October 3, 2026
3. Geburtshaus / Birthplace Marker
The marker is on the right side of the building.
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on October 13, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 13, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 5 times since then. Photos:   1, 2, 3. submitted on October 13, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
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Nov. 11, 2026