Emperor William I monument

Emperor William I monument is a building in Koblenz, Middle Rhine Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate which is located on Peter-Altmeier-Ufer. Emperor William I monument is situated nearby to the square Deutsches Eck, as well as near the recreation area Eiscafe am Deutschen Eck.

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Type: Tourist attraction
Description: Kaiser William monuments in Koblenz, Germany
Address: Peter-Altmeier-Ufer, Koblenz, 56068
Inscription: “Wilhelm dem Grossen \n Nimmer wird das Reich zerstöret \n Wenn ihr einig seid und treu.”
Wheelchair access: no

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Deutsches Eck and Ludwig Museum im Deutschherrenhaus.

Deutsches Eck

Scenic viewpoint

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The Deutsches Eck is the name of a promontory in Koblenz, Germany, where the Mosel river joins the Rhine. Named after a local commandry of the Teutonic Order, it became known for a monumental equestrian statue of William I, first German Emperor, dedicated in 1897 in appreciation of his role in the unification of Germany. Deutsches Eck is situated 120 metres northeast of Emperor William I monument.

Ludwig Museum im Deutschherrenhaus

Museum

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Ludwig Museum im Deutschherrenhaus is situated 150 metres south of Emperor William I monument.

Basilica of Saint Castor

Church

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The Basilica of Saint Castor is the oldest church in Koblenz in the German state of Rhineland Palatinate. It is located near Deutsches Eck at the confluence of the Rhine and the Moselle. Basilica of Saint Castor is situated 230 metres southwest of Emperor William I monument.