Hotel Schwarzer Bock Ansbach, Heritage hotel in Ansbach, Germany
Hotel Schwarzer Bock is an architectural monument in Ansbach located in the historic city center between the Residence and the Court Church. The building displays a blend of Rococo elements and traditional timber-frame construction with carefully preserved details that reflect its long history.
The foundation walls date to the 11th century, while the main building with its timber-frame construction was erected around 1500 as an original inn. The structure was preserved over centuries and maintained its function as a lodging place before evolving into a modern hotel.
The name derives from a black buck guild emblem that reflects the crafts and trade traditions of the city. This connection to local guilds remains visible in the building's architecture and furnishings today.
The hotel features 24-hour check-in and is within walking distance of all major sites in the city center. Visitors can easily reach the palace and museums on foot since they are just a short walk away.
The building maintains direct access to a historic spring that originally provided water for the entire city. This underground water supply was crucial for Ansbach's early development and functioned long before modern water systems.
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