Beethoven Monument

The Beethoven Monument is a bronze statue on Münsterplatz in Bonn showing the composer in classical garments with a scroll held in his hand. The roughly 2.7-meter-tall figure stands on a stone base in the middle of the busy square.

The monument was unveiled in 1845 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the composer's birth and attracted notable figures including Queen Victoria. Its creation resulted from an international effort to honor Beethoven's legacy.

The monument displays the composer in classical robes standing at the center of the city, where locals and visitors encounter it as part of daily life. This representation continues to shape how people understand the musical heritage of the region.

The monument stands freely accessible on Münsterplatz and is easy to find since the square is in the heart of Bonn. A visit is possible at any time of day, and the location is reachable for people with varying mobility needs.

Within the base of the monument lies a sealed parchment holding signatures from people present at the 1845 inauguration ceremony. This hidden time capsule connects visitors today with the people of that era.

Location: Bonn

Inception: 1845

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 50.73433,7.09915

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02