Horst Wessel monument in Lower Saxony

The Horst Wessel monument sits on the Süntel peak at about 370 meters high, offering views across the surrounding landscape from its location. The structure stands in an area marked by former quarries and now serves as a visible landmark on the hilltop.

Construction took place between 1933 and 1938, a time when numerous similar structures appeared across Germany. The building occurred during a specific historical period that shaped monuments throughout the country.

The structure represents architectural elements from the 1930s, reflecting the design principles and construction methods prevalent in German monuments of that era.

The site sits north of Hameln on the Süntel hills and can be reached via local roads from the Welliehausen district area. The location offers good views and the surrounding area is suitable for walking and exploring.

The monument established a direct line of sight to the location where the Reich Harvest Thanksgiving Festival took place between 1933 and 1937.

Location: Hamelin

GPS coordinates: 52.16260,9.39361

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40