Waltherdenkmal Bozen

The Walther monument is a marble structure at Waltherplatz in Bolzano, composed of a statue standing on a fountain base with two basins and carved figures holding heraldic shields. The overall composition features layered architectural details that build the foundation with multiple ornamental elements.

The monument was created in 1889 by a sculptor to honor a historical poetic figure whose works originated in medieval times and shaped German verse. The creation drew inspiration from artistic representations from an earlier century.

The statue depicts a figure with crossed arms holding a fiddle, recognized as a medieval poet whose literary legacy shaped German-speaking culture. The figure occupies the center of a busy square and helps define the character of the place with its distinctive pose.

The monument stands on a central city square that serves as an important meeting point for locals and visitors. The square is easily accessible and hosts various market events and public gatherings throughout the year.

During the authoritarian period in the 1930s, the monument was relocated to another site but never lost its connection to the local community. After decades, it returned to its original location and now stands where it was first placed.