Baschkirenstein

The Baschkirenstein is a memorial stone near the Russian Church in Leipzig, consisting of a granite boulder with text plates in German, Bashkir, and Russian languages. The monument honors the memory of Bashkir soldiers who participated in the fighting that occurred around the city.

The monument recalls the Battle of Leipzig in 1813, when Bashkir regiments served as part of the Russian Army against Napoleonic forces. These mounted units fought within various army corps mobilized during this major European conflict.

The stone displays an engraved silhouette of a Bashkir horseman archer, representing the traditional military equipment of these light cavalry units. This imagery connects visitors to the fighting role these mounted soldiers played during their time in the city.

The memorial stands near the Russian Church and is accessible from the city center. Remembrance ceremonies take place on significant historical dates throughout the year, offering visitors a chance to witness local commemoration practices.

The text plates were originally made of bronze but were replaced with glass versions after being stolen. Despite this loss, the new plates maintain the original trilingual inscriptions, preserving the memory for future visitors.

Location: Leipzig

GPS coordinates: 51.32391,12.39593

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:01