Der Lauenburger Rufer, Bronze sculpture in Lauenburg/Elbe, Germany
The bronze figure stands 185 centimeters tall and depicts a man wearing overalls, boots with brims, a rolled-up shirt, and an Elbe sailor's cap.
Created in 1959 by sculptor Karlheinz Goedtke, the monument emerged from Mayor Richard Reuter's initiative to establish a significant landmark for Lauenburg.
The sculpture holds a sailor's knot in its right hand, representing over 700 years of Elbe River shipping tradition that shaped Lauenburg's development.
Located at the steamboat landing pier, the sculpture features a bronze plaque at its base describing the figure's interaction with passing Elbe ships.
The right thumb of the sculpture maintains a polished appearance due to repeated touching by visitors who believe it brings good fortune.
Location: Lauenburg/Elbe
Creator: Karlheinz Goedtke
Made from material: bronze
Address: Elbstraße 102–104 21481 21481
GPS coordinates: 53.37028,10.55644
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:40
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