Monument27015162…f773Place of Remembrance
Vater Rhein
Steel Face of the Rhine
Counts toward these achievements:
Mannheim: First Steps10 pts
Mannheim: Explorer25 pts
Mannheim: Insider50 pts
Erected in 1991, the 'Vater Rhein' monument combines artistic representation with historical commemoration. This oversized steel sculpture commemorates the Mannheim Act of 1868, which ensured the freedom of Rhine navigation. The Helmut Kühnle FG Foundation was responsible for its creation, highlighting the Rhine's importance as a transport route.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1991
Part of These Trails
Monuments of Mannheim — Walk IIStop 3 of 4
Location
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