Bust of Goethe in Karlovy Vary
Bust of Goethe in Karlovy Vary, Stone sculpture in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.
The marble bust of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe stands on a pedestal along Goethe's Path, featuring detailed facial characteristics of the German writer.
Created by sculptor Adolf von Donndorf and unveiled in 1883, the monument faced removal after World War II but returned to its current location in 1952.
The sculpture represents the strong connection between Goethe and Karlovy Vary, where he spent time during thirteen different visits to the spa town.
Located at coordinates 50.217778, 12.884167, visitors can reach the monument by walking 900 meters from the center or taking buses 2 or 7 to Richmond.
The bust's original Antique-style pedestal underwent replacement during its 1952 reinstallation, altering the initial architectural composition of the monument.
Location: Karlovy Vary
Creator: Adolf von Donndorf
GPS coordinates: 50.21778,12.88417
Latest update: April 2, 2025 18:12
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