Blücherdenkmal, Rostock

Name: Blücherdenkmal
Address: Rostock, Germany

#106 among attractions in Rostock

Monuments and statues, Memorial

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The Blücher Monument in Rostock commemorates Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher, the Rostock-born commander of the anti-Napoleonic Wars of Liberation. The bronze figure stands on a pedestal, the four sides of which are decorated with bronze reliefs. The monument in honor of Rostock's first honorary citizen was unveiled on August 26, 1819 at Hopfenmarkt.

Coordinates: 54°5'16"N, 12°8'2"E

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Ortsamt 6 (Nördliche Altstadt)Rostock Germany

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Blücherdenkmal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Petrikirche, Rostocker Hof, Marienkirche, Zoological Collection Rostock.

0.6 miE
Gothic architecture, Church
Petrikirche, Rostock
16 min walk • The Petrikirche, or St. Peter's Church, is an emblematic landmark of Rostock, Germany, projecting its historical significance and architectural splendor. As a church that has stood the test of time, it is a repository of the city's medieval heritage and has been a...
~430 ftE
54°5'16"N • 12°8'9"E
Rostocker Hof, Rostock
3 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1180 ftNE
1265 church with an ornate wooden altar
Marienkirche, Rostock
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Hanseatic city of Rostock, Germany, the Marienkirche, or St. Mary's Church, stands as a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. This Gothic brick church, dating back to the 13th century, is not only a place of...
~100 ftSW
Museum, Science museum
Zoological Collection Rostock, Rostock
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Hanseatic city of Rostock, Germany, the Zoological Collection Rostock stands as a testament to the city's commitment to education, conservation, and the study of biodiversity. This museum, a treasure trove of zoological specimens, offers a...
~260 ftSW
Museum, Gothic architecture, Historical place
Kloster zum Heiligen Kreuz, Rostock
2 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Rostock, the Kloster zum Heiligen Kreuz stands as a testament to the city's medieval past. This serene monastery, founded in 1270, is an architectural gem and a spiritual haven that has withstood the test of time.
0.4 miN
Sailing, Marina
Stadthafen Rostock, Rostock
11 min walk • Rostock City Harbor is the part of the harbor located on the southern bank of the Lower Warnow River north of the historic Old Town of the Hanseatic City of Rostock.
~130 ftW
Architecture, Universities and schools
University of Rostock, Rostock
1 min walk • Nestled in the scenic city of Rostock, Germany, the University of Rostock holds the distinguished title of being one of the oldest universities in the world. Founded in 1419, this prestigious institution of higher education is a beacon of knowledge and historical...
~1140 ftS
Museum
Dokumentations- und Gedenkstätte für Opfer deutscher Dikaturen BStU Rostock, Rostock
6 min walk • The documentation and memorial site in the former remand prison of the district administration of the Stasi in Rostock focuses on the work of the Ministry for State Security of the GDR and commemorates its victims.
~1570 ftE
Architecture, City gate, Historical place
Steintor, Rostock
8 min walk • The Stone Gate in its present form is a gate built in 1574 to 1577 in the Renaissance architectural style in the south of the historic Rostock city fortifications. It replaced the older gate, which was sanded in 1566.
0.4 miE
Historical place, City gate
Kuhtor, Rostock
11 min walk • The Kuhtor is not only the oldest of the still existing four of formerly 22 gates of the historic Rostock city fortifications, but also one of the oldest buildings in Rostock and probably the oldest preserved city gate in northern Germany.
~1160 ftNE
Observatories and planetariums, Gothic architecture
Rostock astronomical clock, Rostock
6 min walk • The Rostock astronomical clock is a fifteenth-century astronomical clock in St. Mary's Church, Rostock.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Blücherdenkmal?

Nearby attractions include Zoological Collection Rostock, Rostock (1 min walk), University of Rostock, Rostock (1 min walk), Kloster zum Heiligen Kreuz, Rostock (2 min walk), Michaeliskloster, Rostock (3 min walk).

How to get to Blücherdenkmal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Blücherdenkmal:

Bus

Lange Straße • Lines: F1 (4 min walk)
Große Stadtrundfahrt - HP Zentrum • Lines: Große Stadtrundfahrt (4 min walk)

Tram

Lange Straße • Lines: 1, 4, 5, 6 (4 min walk)
Kröpeliner Tor • Lines: 1, 4, 5, 6 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Schnickmannstraße • Lines: Fähre Gehlsdorf - Schnickmannstr (9 min walk)
Kabutzenhof • Lines: Fähre Kabutzenhof - Gehlsdorf (24 min walk)

Train

Rostock Hauptbahnhof (18 min walk)
Rostock Parkstraße (28 min walk)