Löwe von Aspern, War memorial in Aspern district, Vienna, Austria.
The Löwe von Aspern stands as a sandstone sculpture depicting a dying lion pierced by a lance, created by sculptor Anton Dominik Fernkorn in 1858.
This monument commemorates the Battle of Aspern-Essling fought on May 21-22, 1809, where Austrian forces under Archduke Charles defeated Napoleon's army for the first time.
The lion symbolizes courage and strength in Austrian military tradition, representing the fallen soldiers who defended Vienna against Napoleonic forces during the Coalition Wars.
Located at Asperner Heldenplatz 9 in Vienna's 22nd district, the monument has limited wheelchair accessibility and is protected by wooden coverings during winter months.
The sculpture features a remarkably human-like facial expression of pain and desperation, with detailed carvings showing Napoleonic eagles and military trophies on its base.
GPS coordinates: 48.21802,16.48330
Latest update: July 25, 2025 19:03
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