Statue of Friedrich Wilhelm IV, Bronze statue in Deutz district, Germany.
The bronze and stone statue of Friedrich Wilhelm IV stands 450 centimeters tall near the Hohenzollern Bridge, featuring intricate details and craftsmanship.
Gustav Bläser created this commemorative statue in 1867, marking the legacy of Friedrich Wilhelm IV, who served as King of Prussia from 1840 to 1861.
The statue represents a period of German history when public monuments expressed political power through classical equestrian sculpture design and placement.
Visitors can reach the statue by taking a 12-minute walk from Cologne main station, with multiple viewing angles available along the Rhine River.
The statue forms part of a distinctive trio of monarchial sculptures that includes representations of Wilhelm II and Friedrich III near the bridge.
Location: Cologne
Creator: Gustav Bläser
Official opening: 1867
Height: 450 cm
Length: 230 cm
Width: 520 cm
Made from material: bronze, stone
Part of: Hohenzollern Bridge
GPS coordinates: 50.94162,6.96898
Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:05
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