Ludwigsdenkmal

Ludwigsdenkmal is a monument in Worms dedicated to Grand Duke Ludwig IV, featuring a 24-meter obelisk that rises from a fountain basin with stone lions flanking symmetrical staircases on both sides. The ensemble was designed by Karl Hofmann and combines architectural elements into a unified composition.

The monument was built in 1895 to honor Grand Duke Ludwig IV for his military command of Hessian troops during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871. The site itself was transformed from a military parade ground into a representative public space.

The monument's name keeps the memory of the Grand Duke alive in the city's daily life. The obelisk and its sculptural elements shape how people experience this public square today.

The monument is located on Ludwigsplatz, surrounded by a pedestrian area and easy to reach. An underground parking facility was built beneath the square during its 1975 renovation, offering parking options for visitors arriving by car.

The two stone lions flanking the staircases were carved with careful detail in their facial features. A gargoyle adorns the pedestal below the central obelisk, adding a decorative element often overlooked by visitors.

Location: Worms

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

GPS coordinates: 49.63290,8.36310

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:28