Goethe–Schiller Monument, Weimar

Name: Goethe–Schiller Monument
Address: Weimar, Germany

#9 among attractions in Weimar

Top attraction, Monuments and statues

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The original Goethe–Schiller Monument is in Weimar, Germany. It incorporates Ernst Rietschel's 1857 bronze double statue of Johann Wolfgang Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, who are probably the two most revered figures in German literature. The monument has been described "as one of the most famous and most beloved monuments in all of Germany" and as the beginning of a "cult of the monument". Dozens of monuments to Goethe and to Schiller were built subsequently in Europe and the United States. ()

Local name: Goethe-Schiller-Denkmal Completed: 1857 (167 years ago)Coordinates: 50°58'47"N, 11°19'33"E

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Goethe–Schiller Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadtschloss, Goethes Gartenhaus, Park an der Ilm, Bauhaus-Museum.

~1570 ftE
Palace, History museum, Forts and castles
Stadtschloss, Weimar
8 min walk • The Stadtschloss Weimar, nestled in the heart of the culturally rich city of Weimar, Germany, is a historical castle that offers visitors a journey through time. This grand structure, which has been a pivotal part of Weimar's landscape, dates back to the early 16th...
0.5 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Garden
Goethes Gartenhaus, Weimar
14 min walk • Goethe's Garden House in the Park an der Ilm zu Weimar was a place of residence and work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998 as part of the "Classical Weimar" ensemble.
0.6 miSE
Park
Park an der Ilm, Weimar
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Weimar, Germany, the Park an der Ilm is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This picturesque park, sprawling along the banks of the Ilm River, is a testament to the natural beauty and historical...
~150 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Bauhaus-Museum, Weimar
1 min walk • The Bauhaus-Museum in Weimar, Germany, stands as a testament to the revolutionary Bauhaus movement that has left a lasting impact on art, design, and architecture worldwide. Founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius, the Bauhaus school merged fine arts with crafts, leading...
0.5 miS
Museum, Historical place, Cemetery
Classical Foundation Weimar, Weimar
13 min walk • The Klassik Stiftung Weimar is one of the largest and most significant cultural institutions in Germany. It owns more than 20 museums, palaces, historic houses and parks, as well as literary and art collections, a number of which are World Heritage Sites.
~1160 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe House, Weimar
6 min walk • The Goethe House is the main house lived in by the writer, poet, and statesman Johann Wolfgang von Goethe whilst in Weimar, Germany, though he did live in several others in the town. The home serves as the main location of the Goethe-Nationalmuseum.
~1090 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe-Nationalmuseum, Weimar
6 min walk • The Goethe-Nationalmuseum is a museum devoted to the German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, in the town of Weimar in Germany.
~230 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Deutsches Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar, Weimar
2 min walk • The Deutsche Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar is a German theatre and musical organisation based in Weimar. It is a twin institution, consisting of the theatrical Deutsches Nationaltheater and the symphony orchestra known as the Staatskapelle Weimar.
0.7 miSE
UNESCO-listed Bauhaus building
Haus am Horn, Weimar
19 min walk • The Haus am Horn is a domestic house in Weimar, Germany, designed by Georg Muche. It was built for the Bauhaus Werkschau exhibition which ran from July to September 1923.
~950 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, Weimar
5 min walk • The church of St Peter and Paul in Weimar, Germany, is also known as Herderkirche after Johann Gottfried Herder. It is the most important church building of the town, and is called Stadtkirche, opposed to the courtly Schloßkirche.
~1240 ftE
Court library with an ornate Rococo hall
Duchess Anna Amalia Library, Weimar
7 min walk • The Duchess Anna Amalia Library in Weimar, Germany, houses a major collection of German literature and historical documents and is part of the UNO designated Classical Weimar.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Goethe–Schiller Monument?

Nearby attractions include Bauhaus-Museum, Weimar (1 min walk), Wittumspalais, Weimar (2 min walk), Deutsches Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar, Weimar (2 min walk), Weimar Haus: Das Geschichtserlebnis, Weimar (2 min walk).

How to get to Goethe–Schiller Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Goethe–Schiller Monument:

Bus

Gropiusstraße • Lines: 2, 5, 6, 8 (3 min walk)
Goetheplatz • Lines: 2, 5, 8, 9 (4 min walk)

Train

Weimar Berkaer Bahnhof (14 min walk)
Weimar (21 min walk)