The German Poet August Graf von Platen (born 24.10.1796, died 5.12.1835) studied language and literature in Erlangen and received garden shed in the summer of 1824. One of his works, the comedy "The Treasure of Rhampsinit," was also written here. Today, the Erlangen City Archives houses the Platen Archive, a collection of works by and about the poet.
The house has had many functions over the years, sometimes as a poet’s memorial, Museum or living space. It is now open to visitors on certain days. It consists of two roomsThe upper floor is only accessible via an external staircase.
