Monument1ec73a46…12daPlace of Remembrance

Albert-Schweitzer-Denkmal

Among the world's oldest Schweitzer memorials

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The Albert Schweitzer Memorial in Weimar, located at Kegelplatz, was erected in 1968. It stands as one of the oldest monuments honoring the renowned theologian and philosopher Albert Schweitzer.

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You are now standing in front of one of the oldest monuments dedicated to the renowned theologian and philosopher Albert Schweitzer. Erected in 1968, this memorial is located at Kegelplatz in Weimar. Schweitzer was celebrated for his contributions to theology and philosophy. If you look around, just 25 meters to the northwest, you'll find the Albert Schweitzer Museum. To the north, about 52 meters away, is the Advent Haus church. This monument quietly honors a profound thinker.