Engels-Denkmal

The Engels Monument is a bronze sculpture standing in Engelsgarten that rises above 3.85 meters and rests on a two-tiered steel pedestal with a pyramid-like shape. The artwork weighs around 868 kilograms and is positioned to face directly toward Engels House.

The sculpture was erected in 2014 as a gift from the Chinese government to Wuppertal, emerging from a delegation visit in 2010. It stands between Engels' birthplace and his residence, marking symbolically his presence in the city during the 1800s.

The inscription on the sculpture presents a quote from Engels about work and human dignity in both German and Chinese, reflecting the international character of the location. Visitors can read these words directly on the monument, creating a direct link to his thinking.

The monument sits in a central location within Engelsgarten and provides a good meeting point with clear views across the surrounding area and toward Engels House. Those photographing the sculpture will find good angles all around it, particularly from the front where inscriptions are clearly visible.

Chinese artist Zeng Chenggang created this sculpture specifically for Wuppertal, choosing bronze to emphasize the permanence of the message. The collaboration between China and this German city arose from economic and cultural ties that are expressed through this artwork.