Priessnitz Monument, Laag-Soeren

The Priessnitz Monument features a square stone base with four recessed panels displaying names of health practitioners, crowned by a pointed roof.

Built around 1860 by Jut van Breukelerwaard, the monument honors four hydrotherapy pioneers who influenced water treatment methods at the local Bethesda bathhouse.

The monument represents the Dutch connection to natural healing practices, particularly the water therapy movements that emerged in nineteenth-century Europe.

Located at Priesnitzlaan 25, visitors can reach the monument through Rheden's public transport system and combine their visit with walks in the surrounding woods.

The structure bears the misspelled name 'Priessnitz' with double 's' on one of its faces, which directly faces the street named after the famous hydrotherapist.

Location: Rheden

Address: Priesnitzlaan 25

GPS coordinates: 52.07333,6.07778

Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:22