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Neil K
Liverpool, UK829,679 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
I love nothing more than visiting the beautiful Christmas market held annually on Marktplatz and the centrepiece of this beautiful market square is the splendid equestrian statue of Jan Wellem .
This beautiful statue is the oldest statue in Dusseldorf, known as " The Rider " ,its actually one of the most important and relevant Baroque statues in Europe ,unveiled in 1711 by sculptor Gabriel De Grupello ,the statue shows Prince Jan Wellem astride his steed ,Jan Wellem was a well respected diplomate and under his leadership Dusseldorf prospered, miraculously the statue and many of the buildings that were constructed during his reign survived the brutal and continuous bombing of Dusseldorf during world war two.
It makes for some great photographic opportunities especially at night and especially during the festive season when it is beautiful illuminated.
Easy to locate on Marktplatz, without a shadow of a doubt Dusseldorf's most beautiful square and most definitely well worth checking out if your in the area.
This beautiful statue is the oldest statue in Dusseldorf, known as " The Rider " ,its actually one of the most important and relevant Baroque statues in Europe ,unveiled in 1711 by sculptor Gabriel De Grupello ,the statue shows Prince Jan Wellem astride his steed ,Jan Wellem was a well respected diplomate and under his leadership Dusseldorf prospered, miraculously the statue and many of the buildings that were constructed during his reign survived the brutal and continuous bombing of Dusseldorf during world war two.
It makes for some great photographic opportunities especially at night and especially during the festive season when it is beautiful illuminated.
Easy to locate on Marktplatz, without a shadow of a doubt Dusseldorf's most beautiful square and most definitely well worth checking out if your in the area.
Written January 24, 2020
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Harrison F. Carter
Auckland, New Zealand12,826 contributions
Mar 2022 • Solo
I didn't jump up and down at the sight of it... but it can't be missed when having a nose around, visiting the old town hall.
Written March 23, 2022
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RMartinSDXB
Buenos Aires, Argentina1,656 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
One of the many symbols of Dusseldorf, this statue its a thank you from the people of the area to the work done by the archduke Jan Wellem. Its a statue where the archduke is in full armor on a horse and its surrounded by a small fence just in the middle of the Old Town.
The statue was done by Gabriel Grupello and the legends states that he ran out of material to construct the statue so the people of Dusseldorf donated part of their silverware so he can finish it.
There a couple of Old Town tours that would tell you this stories and more and they are very helpful and free! So enjoy!
The statue was done by Gabriel Grupello and the legends states that he ran out of material to construct the statue so the people of Dusseldorf donated part of their silverware so he can finish it.
There a couple of Old Town tours that would tell you this stories and more and they are very helpful and free! So enjoy!
Written June 13, 2015
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Rod Jacinto
Bournemouth, UK24 contributions
Nov 2018 • Business
The place is so clean and safe to visit. It is wonderful to take beautiful photos, and there are many restaurants closest.
Written November 14, 2018
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amirafsharm
Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium262 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
The oldest statue in Dusseldorf. Nice to check it out, but nothing special at all. You can't miss it if you are walking in the old town.
Written April 18, 2017
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Scott M
Burlington, Canada26 contributions
Dec 2014 • Business
Ok - not necessarily a fair title since I have not been there without a market but it was pretty special in December. Central to other sites and shopping it was a great launch point for touring old-town. Near the subway exit (5 min walk) it is worth a visit (as long as you plan on spending time at other sites too!).
Written January 27, 2015
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK829,679 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Enjoying a gluhwein in Marktplatz Christmas Market my eye was drew to the Jan Wellem Statue.
This is the oldest surviving statue in Dusseldorf,known as " The Rider " , the work of sculptor Gabriel De Grupello ,unveiled in 1711 this wonderful equestrian statue depicts Jan Wellem astride his trusty steed ,Jan Wellem himself was a much respected diplomat and under his guidance Dusseldorf as a city prospered, I love the fact that I can view this statue as during World War Two this city was devastated but this statue remained relatively unscathed, its a wonderful monument, one I highly recommend you check out if you're planning a holiday to Dusseldorf and easy to locate on Marktplatz.
This is the oldest surviving statue in Dusseldorf,known as " The Rider " , the work of sculptor Gabriel De Grupello ,unveiled in 1711 this wonderful equestrian statue depicts Jan Wellem astride his trusty steed ,Jan Wellem himself was a much respected diplomat and under his guidance Dusseldorf as a city prospered, I love the fact that I can view this statue as during World War Two this city was devastated but this statue remained relatively unscathed, its a wonderful monument, one I highly recommend you check out if you're planning a holiday to Dusseldorf and easy to locate on Marktplatz.
Written December 23, 2023
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SERGUEY1969
St. Petersburg, Russia667 contributions
Oct 2018 • Business
Very Nice & Very Famous Monument located in the Central part of Dusseldorf City on Marktplatz. Easy to find if You are walking in Altstadt.
Written November 3, 2018
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Gabriel A
Ploiesti, Romania4,917 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
This monument is the statue of Johann Wilhelm II, an Elector Palatine of Wittelsbach Dinasty.
The statue is situated in Marktplatz, in front of the Alte Rathaus.
It's a landmark of Dusseldorf, and worth to be seen, when you walk in Altstadt.
The statue is situated in Marktplatz, in front of the Alte Rathaus.
It's a landmark of Dusseldorf, and worth to be seen, when you walk in Altstadt.
Written July 30, 2018
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mWrite
Helsinki, Finland1,324 contributions
Dec 2017 • Couples
Like the name tells, the rider is Jan Wellem (local dialect) aka Johann Wilhelm (in German). Statue was completed 1711 so over 300 years it has been looking at Marktplatz. During Christmas period statue is surrounded by Christmas market, so you can barely see it.
Statue looks nicer with night lights.
Statue looks nicer with night lights.
Written January 6, 2018
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