MonumentCultural Heritage Monumentea5aeebe…81ce
Herkules
Baroque Architectural Icon in Wilhelmshöhe Park
Counts toward these achievements:
Kassel: First Steps10 pts
Kassel: Explorer25 pts
Kassel: Insider50 pts
The Hercules Monument in Wilhelmshöhe Park, built in 1717, features a copper statue of the Greek demigod Heracles atop a pyramid above the Octagon. This structure is a striking example of Baroque architecture and part of the UNESCO World Heritage. It serves as the starting point for the park's summer water features.
Gallery
Be the first to check in here
Did you know?
Since 2013, the Hercules Monument is part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- November 30, 1717
- Architectural Style
- Baroque
- Height
- 32 m
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Audio Guide
0:000:40
Part of These Trails
Heritage Sites in KasselStop 1 of 5
Location
Nearby
Evidence and review:
- Authorship:
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval:
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review:
- Not reviewed