MonumentCultural Heritage Monument8970800b…4185Place of Remembrance
Apelstein 25
Memorial to the Battle of Möckern
Counts toward these achievements:
Leipzig: First Steps10 pts
Leipzig: Explorer25 pts
Leipzig: Insider50 pts
Apelstein 25 in Leipzig-Möckern is a historic memorial obelisk commemorating the Battle of Möckern on October 16, 1813. Established on January 17, 1863, it features inscriptions honoring MARMONT Duc de Ragusa and the VI Corps with 18,000 men. Recognized as a cultural heritage monument in Germany.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- January 17, 1863
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
You're standing before a significant piece of history: Apelstein 25, an obelisk commemorating the Battle of Möckern on October 16, 1813. Established on January 17, 1863, this memorial features inscriptions honoring MARMONT, Duc de Ragusa, and the VI Corps with 18,000 men. It is recognized as a cultural heritage monument in Germany. This monument is not only a silent witness to past events but also a reminder of the historical significance of that battle.
