Ludwig van Beethoven

The Beethoven monument in Jardin du Luxembourg is a bronze sculpture created by artist Antoine Bourdelle, showing the composer in a reflective pose positioned on a marble base. The work sits within one of Paris's largest gardens surrounded by pathways and planted areas.

Bourdelle created this sculpture in the 1970s as one of his final works dedicated to Beethoven after a lifetime of artistic engagement with the composer's legacy. The piece was installed at its current location in 1978, reflecting the sculptor's enduring fascination with portraying this musical giant.

The statue reflects how Beethoven remains a revered figure in European cultural memory, drawing visitors who appreciate classical music and its historical importance to audiences today.

The monument sits in the northwestern section of the garden near Rue de Vaugirard and is easily reached on foot from the main pathways throughout the park. The garden is open during daylight hours and the statue can be viewed at no cost along with all other artworks displayed there.

The statue arrived at its current location to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Beethoven's death, made possible through a donation by the sculptor's daughter. This gift represented a personal family legacy honoring the composer through decades of artistic devotion.

Location: 6th arrondissement of Paris

Creator: Antoine Bourdelle

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 48.84858,2.33320

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:25