Sherlock Holmes, Bronze statue at English chapel, Meiringen, Switzerland.
The statue represents Sherlock Holmes in a contemplative stance with his signature deerstalker cap and pipe, standing near the English chapel.
John Doubleday created this bronze monument in 1988, marking the location where Arthur Conan Doyle set the fictional death of Sherlock Holmes.
The sculpture draws literature enthusiasts from across the globe, connecting visitors to the stories of the world's most famous detective.
The statue remains accessible throughout the year, with informational plaques in multiple languages providing details about its creation and significance.
This bronze figure stands as the first permanent Sherlock Holmes statue in continental Europe, preceding similar monuments in London and Moscow.
Location: Meiringen
Inception: September 10, 1988
Creator: John Doubleday
Made from material: bronze
Address: Bahnhofstrasse, 3860 Meiringen 3860 3860
GPS coordinates: 46.72717,8.18748
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:52
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