Monumento all'Alpino

The Monumento all'Alpino is a granite monument in Piazza dei Cappuccini in Bruneck depicting a stone soldier figure of the mountain troops. The sculpture occupies a central position in the square and was created using local stone materials.

The monument was originally erected in 1938 and experienced destruction during World War II. In the following decades it was rebuilt multiple times with different artistic approaches.

The structure represents the complex relationship between Italian and German-speaking communities in South Tyrol, reflecting the region's multicultural dynamics through its various modifications.

The monument sits on a public square in central Bruneck and is freely accessible at any time. Information panels in multiple languages help visitors understand the place and its changing story.

The current monument displays only the upper portion of a reconstruction, the result of several acts of protest over the years. This fragmentary form itself tells a story of transformation and local disagreements.

Location: Bruneck

Inception: 1938

Made from material: granite

GPS coordinates: 46.79685,11.94047

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:06