Monumente4b5b5c2…3543Place of Remembrance

Pillars of the old Kurhaus

Remnants of a 19th-century social house

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The 'Pillars of the old Kurhaus' commemorate the Old Kurhaus built in 1810 in Wiesbaden. This social house stood until its demolition in 1904, paving the way for the new Kurhaus at the same location. The inscription 'MDCCCX' highlights its historical significance.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1810
Opening Date: 1810

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Guided Story

Right in front of you are the remaining pillars of the Old Kurhaus, opened in 1810. This former social house served as a significant gathering place in Wiesbaden until its demolition in 1904 to make way for the new Kurhaus. The inscription 'MDCCCX' marks the year of its construction. If you look to the north, you can see the new Kurhaus, which was built on the very spot where the old one once stood. These pillars stand as silent witnesses to a bygone era, preserving the memory of the origins of one of the city's cultural hubs.