Ludwigsmonument, Victory column in Luisenplatz, Darmstadt, Germany.
The 39-meter sandstone and bronze monument features a spiral staircase leading to a viewing platform beneath the statue of Louis I.
Construction of the column began on June 14, 1841, marking the birthday of Louis I, first Grand Duke of Hesse, and completed in 1844.
The bronze statue holds the constitution in its right hand, representing the transformation of Hesse-Darmstadt into a constitutional monarchy under Louis I.
Visitors can climb 172 steps to reach the observation deck, with entrance fees supporting the Red Cross Darmstadt-Mitte organization.
The monument, designed by architect Georg Moller, combines both sandstone and bronze materials to create a lasting memorial in central Darmstadt.
Location: Darmstadt
Architects: Georg Moller
Accessibility: Nicht rollstuhlgerecht
Made from material: bronze, sandstone
Address: Luisenplatz
GPS coordinates: 49.87280,8.65111
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:36
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