
De Monn mit da long Stong
Celebrating the bygone era of gaslight
Did you know?
The blacksmith artist Zoltan Hencze created the lamplighter figure in 1989, with the accompanying children figures being added a year later.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1991
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
Imagine the streets lit by the soft glow of gas lamps. Look up at the lamplighter with his long pole, ready to bring light into the night. Picture the darkness slowly giving way to a warm, flickering glow. Behind you, notice the two children, capturing a moment of playfulness from that bygone era. Their carefree nature contrasts with the lamplighter’s task of bringing light. This scene doesn’t just tell the story of street lighting; it speaks of a community gathering under those very lamps. Let your eyes wander over the sculpture, feeling the blend of craftsmanship and tradition come alive.
Location
Nearby

Christuskirche (Nordost)

St. Marien

St. Bonifatius

Rathaus

Stadion "Am Brennenden Berg"

Saarland University

Ehemaliger Botanischer Garten
