Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal, Hamburg

The Kaiser Wilhelm Monument is a bronze equestrian statue of Wilhelm I in military uniform mounted on a six-meter granite pedestal in Hamburg. Around the central figure, the four allegorical sculptures are arranged, and the entire site is surrounded by carefully designed pathways and green space.

The monument was originally erected at Rathausmarkt in 1903 and relocated to its current location near the Justice Forum in 1930. This relocation reflected changes in Hamburg's urban planning and traffic needs.

The monument displays four allegorical figures representing different aspects of German society as it appeared during the formation of the German Empire under Wilhelm I. These sculptures allow visitors to understand the artistic interpretation of the political upheaval of that era.

The monument stands in a park setting with paved pathways that are easy to walk and designed for wheelchair access. Various walking routes allow flexible exploration of the grounds depending on interest and fitness level.

The monument's design is based on Johannes Schilling's competition entry from 1889 for the Berlin National Monument. This foundation was later reworked and adapted specifically for Hamburg's location and requirements.