Roland, Heritage monument in Wedel, Germany
The Roland statue stands 4.5 meters tall on a 2.2-meter brick base, made from 32 blocks of Obernkirchen sandstone, holding a sword and imperial orb.
Erected in 1558 as a replacement for a previous market symbol, the statue underwent multiple restorations, including significant repairs after the Thirty Years War in 1653.
The figure represents medieval town privileges and market rights, serving as the central symbol in Wedel's coat of arms, municipal flag, and official seal.
Located in the market square of Wedel, the statue faces south and features inscriptions by Protestant theologian Johann Rist on its rear side.
The statue received its current paint scheme and partial gilding during restoration, with a concrete-core base containing a possibly misleading coat of arms.
Location: Wedel
Inception: 1558
Accessibility: Accessibile in sedia a rotelle
Made from material: Obernkirchen sandstone
Address: Am Marktplatz 22880 22880
GPS coordinates: 53.58392,9.69781
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:05
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