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Apelstein 19

Silent witness to the Battle of Nations

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Leipzig: First Steps10 pts

Leipzig: Explorer25 pts

Leipzig: Insider50 pts

Apelstein 19 commemorates the 1813 Battle of Leipzig, a pivotal moment in European history. Initiated by Leipzig's own Theodor Apel, these markers denote the sites of one of the largest battles of the Napoleonic Wars. Nestled in the Gohlis district, this stone stands as a quiet monument bringing history to life. Let the past resonate with you as you explore this chapter of European heritage.

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Apelstein 19 was erected exactly 49 years after the Battle of Leipzig, on January 17, 1862, in Leipzig-Gohlis.

Quick Facts

Founded: January 17, 1862
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument

Guided Story

Imagine standing where history still murmurs in the air. In front of you is Apelstein 19, recalling the colossal Battle of Leipzig in 1813. Look around—feel the quiet of the Gohlis district. Back then, this very place would have been filled with the roar of cannons and the cries of soldiers. To your southwest is the Peace Church, a serene spot now, but back then, it might have sheltered the wounded. Theodor Apel, a local, created these stones to preserve the memory. They're more than markers—they're windows to the past. Let this stone's silence tell you its story.