Haus zum Ritter, Heidelberg, Renaissance residential building in Old Town, Heidelberg, Germany.
The Haus zum Ritter features a stone facade with fluted columns, ornate window frames, and a triangular gable topped by a figure of Saint George.
Built in 1592 by Huguenot merchant Charles Belier, this structure stands as the only townhouse that survived the devastating fire of 1693 during the Palatinate War.
The Latin inscription 'Persta invicta Venus' adorns the gable of this building, reflecting the Renaissance period's connection to classical antiquity.
Located at Hauptstrasse 178, the building functions as Hotel Ritter St Georg, offering accommodation in the center of Heidelberg's Old Town.
The building's stone construction and strategic position opposite the Church of the Holy Spirit contributed to its survival through multiple fires and wars.
Location: Heidelberg
GPS coordinates: 49.41194,8.70917
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:35
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