Gëlle Fra, War memorial in Constitution Square, Luxembourg.
The Gëlle Fra monument features a bronze female figure holding a golden wreath atop a 21-meter granite obelisk in Luxembourg City.
This national monument opened on May 27, 1923, to commemorate Luxembourg citizens who fought and died during World War I and later World War II.
The memorial serves as Luxembourg's central location for annual ceremonies marking significant dates related to both World Wars and national remembrance.
Visitors can reach the monument by walking from Luxembourg central station, with informational plaques providing details about its construction and meaning.
The statue, designed by Claus Cito, combines bronze and granite materials to create a lasting symbol of Luxembourg's participation in global conflicts.
Location: Luxembourg
Inception: May 27, 1923
Creator: Claus Cito
Official opening: May 27, 1923
Height: 21 m
Made from material: bronze, granite
GPS coordinates: 49.60930,6.12937
Latest update: May 10, 2025 19:01
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