Walking Man, Colossal statue in Schwabing district, Munich, Germany
The Walking Man stands 17 meters tall, constructed from white steel pipes, forming a monumental figure in mid-stride on Leopoldstrasse.
Munich Re insurance company commissioned this statue from American artist Jonathan Borofsky in 1995 as part of their corporate art program.
The statue represents modern urban movement through its simple yet powerful design, reflecting the continuous flow of city life.
Located at coordinates 48.1564, 11.5844, the statue allows visitors to walk beneath its legs and observe it from multiple angles.
This 15-tonne steel structure creates different visual experiences throughout the day as sunlight interacts with its white surface and geometric forms.
Location: Munich
Inception: 1995
Creator: Jonathan Borofsky
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 48.15640,11.58440
Latest update: May 24, 2025 21:47
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