Wambolter Hof, Half-timbered heritage building in Bensheim, Germany
The Wambolter Hof is a half-timbered house in Bensheim that features walls of wooden framing with light-weight infill and displays typical regional building characteristics. The house stands out for its crafted structural framework and the visible arrangement of its timber beams that shape its appearance.
The building comes from a period when half-timber construction was the dominant building method in Hesse and carried on with this crafts tradition. It embodies the era when skilled carpenters built such structures using local wood and materials.
The building shows traditional construction methods common to this region and tells through its timber joints and structure of the craftsmanship from earlier times.
The house is located in Bensheim's old town and is easy to reach on foot when walking through the historic streets. It is visible from outside and therefore allows viewing of its facade and structure without requiring entry.
The exact dating of this house is difficult to determine, yet its construction preserves details showing how craftspeople once managed space. Such houses were part of a way of living where residential and work areas were often united under one roof.
Location: Bensheim
GPS coordinates: 49.68050,8.62111
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:47
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