Gerolzhofen in Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany
Owl's Tower
Eulenturm
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 29, 2014
1. Owl's Tower Marker
Zunächst nur dreiseitig gemauerter Scbalenturm mit Bretterverschlag erbaut um 1350. Genutzt als Auslug und Kerker der benachbarten Vogtei. Der ursprüngliche Name war Feulturm (Faulturm), letztmalig 1830 als Gefängnis genutzt, dann Vereinsheim.
Geschichte für alle - historischer Verein in Gerolzhofen, e.V.
Dr. Ottmar Wolf – Kulturstiftung
English translation:
Initially, this was only three sided brick shell tower with wooden shed, built around 1350. Used as a lookout and as a dungeon of the adjacent bailiwick. The original name was Feulturm (Digester), and used as a prison for the last time in 1830, then as a society house.
History for All - the Gerolzhofen Historical Society
Dr. Ottmar Wolf Cultural Foundation
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1350.
Location. 49° 54.049′ N, 10° 20.838′ E. Marker is in Gerolzhofen, Bayern (Bavaria), in Schweinfurt. Marker is at the intersection of Bürgermeister-Weigand Straße and Grabenstrasse, on the right when traveling
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ehemalige Vogtei / Former Bailiff's Building (a few steps from this marker); Parish Church (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Baroque Crucifixion Sculpture (about 90 meters away); The Watchmen's Tower (about 90 meters away); Chapel of St. John (about 120 meters away); Centtor / "Cent" Gate (about 120 meters away); Altes Rathaus / The Old City Hall (about 150 meters away); "Gerolzhöfer Frauenaufstand" / The Gerolzhofen "Womens' Revolt" (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Gerolzhofen.
Also see . . . Owl's- or Witches Tower. In translation: The strikingly tall, square Owls- or Witches-tower has 5 floors and a distinctive onion dome. It dates from the 14th - 16th century. Across the market place, about 350 meters in a direct line of sight from the "Punishment Tower". Initially, the tower was used as "Bailiwick-dungeon" for witches, and from then on until 1830 as a prison. (Submitted on October 17, 2014.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 28, 2014
2. Owl's Tower
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 30, 2014
3. Hexen Gedenkstätte / Witches Memorial
Across the street from the tower, set in a retaining wall, is a stone memorial commemorating the 261 persons in Gerolzhofen, mostly women, that were accused of witchcraft and executed. This toll does not include any number of persons who were accused and incarcerated but died prior to their trial or execution.
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 29, 2014
4. Owl's Tower
The marker is visible here, or nearly so, mounted to the wall at chest height to the left of the small gray trashcan.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 28, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 3, 2014, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 404 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 16, 2014, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 2, 3. submitted on October 17, 2014, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 4. submitted on October 16, 2014, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
