Kleiner Hermann, Monument statue in Paderborn, Germany
The Kleiner Hermann statue rises above Paderborn as a copper-plated figure mounted on a sandstone pedestal, reaching a height of 53 meters.
The monument was designed by Ernst von Bandel in 1836 to commemorate Hermann, the Germanic leader who defeated Roman legions in the Battle of Teutoburg Forest.
The statue represents German national identity through its depiction of Hermann, the Cherusci war chief who united Germanic tribes against foreign domination.
Visitors can locate the monument at coordinates 51.726 latitude and 8.760694 longitude, with regular maintenance ensuring its structural integrity throughout the year.
The statue's construction required extensive community fundraising efforts and incorporates 200 riveted copper plates forming the main figure atop local sandstone materials.
Location: Paderborn
GPS coordinates: 51.72600,8.76069
Latest update: March 7, 2025 19:32
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