Monument56d01563…4a16Place of Remembrance
Gustav Freytag
Commemorating a Literary Visionary
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The Gustav Freytag statue in Wiesbaden, crafted by sculptor Fritz Schaper, was erected in 1905. It honors the German writer Gustav Freytag, who lived from 1816 to 1895.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1905
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Guided Story
Right in front of you is the statue dedicated to Gustav Freytag, crafted by Fritz Schaper in 1905. This memorial honors the German writer Gustav Freytag, who lived from 1816 to 1895. Freytag was renowned for his works depicting the bourgeois life and social changes of the 19th century. If you look around, you'll notice you're not far from the Kurpark, about 248 meters to the west. Just 141 meters southwest, you'll find the Ferdinand Hey'l monument. These landmarks reflect the area's rich history and culture. The statue itself serves as a tribute to Freytag's contribution to German literature, a silent homage to his literary impact.
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Location
Nearby
Kurpark
248 m away
Ferdinand Hey'l
141 m away
Kurhaus Wiesbaden
486 m away
Flötenspieler
280 m away
Spielbank Wiesbaden
472 m away
Hessisches Staatstheater
616 m away
Pillars of the old Kurhaus
471 m away
Bowling Green
621 m away