Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald monument

The Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald monument stands in Kreutzwald Park in Võru and features a granite base with four bas-reliefs depicting scenes from the Estonian epic Kalevipoeg. The reliefs show The Song of Vanemuine, Ride to the End of the World, The War with Iron Men, and Building the Town.

The monument was erected in 1926 by sculptor Amandus Adamson to honor the founder of Estonian national literature. It marks a significant moment in recognizing Kreutzwald as a central figure in Estonian cultural history.

The monument displays four bas-reliefs showing scenes from the Estonian national epic and connects literary tradition to public art that visitors encounter while walking through the park. These carved images bring the stories to life in a way that makes them accessible to everyone who passes by.

The monument sits in Kreutzwald Park next to the Swan Pond and is easy to reach on foot from the city center. Visitors can view the reliefs from all angles and get the best light for photographs during early morning or late afternoon hours.

Sculptor Amandus Adamson selected four specific scenes directly from the Kalevipoeg epic to tell the story visually rather than through text. This choice allows visitors to grasp key moments of the epic without needing prior knowledge of the literary work.

Location: Võru City

Inception: 1926

Creator: Amandus Adamson

GPS coordinates: 57.84493,26.98991

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:45