Kriegerdenkmal im Hofgarten

The Kriegerdenkmal features a rectangular pit with an open crypt containing a bronze statue of a fallen soldier beneath a 250-ton roof panel.

The memorial, inaugurated in 1924 by Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria, commemorates 13,000 Munich soldiers who perished during World War I.

Relief sculptures on the north and south walls depict marching soldiers and a burial ground, representing the sacrifice of German military forces.

Four corner staircases lead visitors down into the memorial pit, which measures 28 by 17 meters and stands 2.25 meters deep.

The crypt displays inscriptions including 'Sie werden auferstehen' and records of 22,000 military casualties from Munich during World War II.

Location: Munich

Part of: Hofgarten (München)

Address: Franz-Josef-Strauß-Ring 1

GPS coordinates: 48.14251,11.58198

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:32