War memorial Germania

War memorial Germania in Witten is a statue showing a female figure holding a sword and shield, with commemorative inscriptions at various points on the monument. The representation stands in a central location of the city and is constructed from stone.

The memorial was erected in 1877 and was intended to honor German soldiers who died in conflicts of the nineteenth century. This construction period reflects the end of an intense chapter in German military history.

The memorial serves as a gathering place where people leave flowers and pay respects to fallen soldiers during commemorative occasions. These acts of remembrance shape how locals experience and use the space on national holidays.

The memorial site is easily accessible on foot and has open access without restrictions. Regular maintenance keeps the stone structure and inscriptions in good condition, so visitors can see the details clearly.

The figure wears a distinctive crown adorned with oak leaves that combines classical military symbolism with German national elements. This crown is a distinctive recognizable feature of the memorial.

Operator: Stadt Witten

GPS coordinates: 51.44039,7.33050

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08