Monuments to Johannes Kepler

The Monuments to Johannes Kepler feature multiple commemorative structures designed by architect Emanuel Herigoyen, located in the center of Regensburg.

The monument stands near the house where Johannes Kepler, who formulated the fundamental laws of planetary motion, spent his final days in 1630.

The monument complex includes informational displays explaining Kepler's mathematical discoveries and astronomical observations that transformed scientific understanding during the Renaissance period.

Visitors can access the monument site throughout the year, with guided tours available that explain the scientific principles and historical context.

The monument incorporates original artifacts from the early 19th century, including a bust created by Phillip Jakob Scheffauer in 1808.

Location: Regensburg

Architects: Emanuel Herigoyen

GPS coordinates: 49.01397,12.09937

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:48