Lion of Belfort, Monumental sculpture at Citadel, Belfort, France
The Lion of Belfort measures 22 meters in length and 11 meters in height, constructed from red sandstone blocks assembled beneath the fortress walls.
Sculptor Frederic Auguste Bartholdi completed this monument in 1880 to commemorate the resistance of Belfort during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871.
The sculpture represents a reclining lion with its paw resting upon an arrow, symbolizing the strength and determination of the French defenders.
Visitors can access the monument every day from 10:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 18:30, with opportunities to explore the surrounding fortress grounds.
The monument features an inscription dedicated to the defenders of Belfort, added in 1890 when entrance fees were collected to fund the engraving.
Location: Belfort
Inception: 1879
Architects: Mathilde
Creator: Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi
Height: 11 m
Length: 22 m
Made from material: sandstone
Address: All. du Souvenir Français, 90000 Belfort, France 90000
Opening Hours: Dimanche: 10:00 - 12:30
Phone: 0384542773
Website: https://musees.belfort.fr/citadelle/le-lion-de-bartholdi-951.html
GPS coordinates: 47.63667,6.86472
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37
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