Hugo von Trimberg: Biography, Facts and Career
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Hugo von Trimberg (born circa 1230/1235 in Wern(a), now either Ober- or Niederwerrn near Schweinfurt – died after 1313 in Bamberg-Theuerstadt) was a German didactic author of the Middle Ages. Around 1260 he came to the religious foundation of St. Gangolf in the Bamberg suburb of Theuerstadt, where surviving documents mention him as a teacher . He later became Rector, which he remained until 1309. Unusually for the role of rector, von Trimberg was married with wife and children. He was noted in his own day, and is now remembered for his didactic writing, much of which was primarily aimed at his own students.
Quick facts about Hugo von Trimberg
- Full name: Hugo von Trimberg
- Born: 1230-01-01
- Nationality: Germany
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q105923
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Who is Hugo von Trimberg?
Hugo von Trimberg (born circa 1230/1235 in Wern(a), now either Ober- or Niederwerrn near Schweinfurt – died after 1313 in Bamberg-Theuerstadt) was a German didactic author of the Middle Ages. Around 1260 he came to the religious foundation of St.
What nationality is Hugo von Trimberg?
Hugo von Trimberg is Germany.
When was Hugo von Trimberg born?
Hugo von Trimberg was born on 1230-01-01.
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