Monument0e75ca37…be2ePlace of Remembrance
Kaiser Wilhelm I.
Bronze statue of the German Emperor in Stuttgart
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The statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I in Stuttgart was erected by Friedrich von Thiersch in 1898. This bronze memorial commemorates the first German Emperor, marking a significant historical event. It stands as a symbolic testament to German history.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1898
- Opening Date
- October 1, 1898
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Guided Story
You're standing in front of the statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I., erected in 1898 by Friedrich von Thiersch. This bronze statue commemorates the first German Emperor and is a significant memorial in German history. Take a look around, and you'll notice how it stands silently amidst the city, a witness to past events. More than just a piece of art, this statue symbolizes the historical events that have shaped Germany. Just 61 meters northwest from here is the Memorial to the Victims of National Socialism, offering another perspective on Germany's past.
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Location
Nearby
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80 m away
Landesmuseum Württemberg
108 m away
Gedenkstätte für die Opfer des Nationalsozialismus
62 m away
Altes Schloss
122 m away
Erinnerungsort Hotel Silber
127 m away
Markthalle
128 m away
Neues Schloss
174 m away
Stiftskirche
221 m away
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