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Germany Düsseldorf North Rhine-Westphalia Historical Landmark

Ulanendenkmal

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The Ulanendenkmal in Düsseldorf is a towering tribute to the Westphalian Uhlan Regiment No. 5, symbolizing the city's military legacy and its role as a Prussian garrison town. Unveiled in 1929 and located at the Joseph-Beuys-Ufer along the Rhine, the monument features a bronze cavalryman on horseback, poised atop a 15.5-meter column. Sculpted by Richard Langer, it commemorates the regiment’s service from its founding in 1815 through its stationing in Düsseldorf from 1822 to 1919. The Uhlans participated in key campaigns, including the Napoleonic Wars and World War I. The statue’s commanding presence and elevated position reflect both honor and remembrance, inscribed with dedication to fallen comrades. Originally planned for the Hofgarten, it was ultimately placed riverside, where it remains a solemn and striking landmark.

Düsseldorf Germany
Ulanendenkmal
Location

The Ulanendenkmal in Düsseldorf is located at Joseph-Beuys-Ufer 27, near the Rhine riverbank in the Pempelfort district, close to the Old Town area. The monument, a bronze statue of a lancer on a rearing horse mounted on a tall Muschelkalk limestone column, honors the Westfälisches Ulanen-Regiment Nr. 5, which was stationed in Düsseldorf for over a century. Nearby are the Hofgarten park and the bustling city center with its mix of historical and modern buildings. The location offers scenic river views and is within walking distance of the central city attractions, making it accessible and noticeable amidst Düsseldorf’s urban landscape. This site blends historical military heritage with the city's vibrant cultural environment.

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