Monument to the Battle of the Nations
The most famous landmark in Leipzig and the largest national monument in Germany is the Battle of Leipzig memorial. The massive temple commemorating death and freedom rises 91 metres into the sky, not far from Napoleon's former command post. Designed in 1858-1913 by the architect Bruno Schmitz, it is a reminder of the pivotal victory of the Allied European armies over Napoleon in 1813. The impressive collection of memorials over an area of four hectares and the integrated Forum 1813 museum offer spectacular insights into the events of the Battle of Leipzig and its consequences. The figure on the base is the archangel Michael, a patron for many German battles. The vast cupola roof of the hall of fame contains 324 near life-sized horsemen. Guided tours available.
Contact:
Volkerschlachtdenkmal
Prager straße, 04299 Leipzig
Fon/Fax 0341 8780471
Internet: www.stadtgeschichtliches-museum-leipzig.de
Contact: Steffen Poser
Opening hours£º
April - October
Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
November – March
Daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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