Graaf Adolfmonument

The Graaf Adolf Monument is a stone sculpture featuring Count Adolf of Nassau alongside additional symbolic figures. The work combines artistic elements to create a complete memorial statement at its location.

The memorial commemorates the 1568 Battle of Heiligerlee, where Count Adolf of Nassau died fighting against Spanish forces. This event marked a key moment during the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule.

The memorial displays images of the Dutch Virgin and Leo Belgicus, which are national symbols of resistance against foreign rule. These figures show how the Dutch expressed their own identity during the struggle for freedom.

The memorial is located at Provincialeweg 5 in Heiligerlee and remains accessible year-round for visitors. The site offers sufficient space and easy access for a brief visit.

During the 1873 inauguration ceremony, King William III planted a black poplar tree beside the memorial. The tree has since grown to become one of the largest specimens in the region.

Location: Oldambt

Inception: 1873

Creator: Johannes Hinderikus Egenberger, Joseph Geefs

Address: bij Provincialeweg 7, Heiligerlee

GPS coordinates: 53.15702,7.00291

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:28