National Monument of the Brothers Grimm

Monuments / Fountains
Well Worth Seeing
The Brothers Grimm National Monument is the starting point of the German Fairy Tale Route.

The ceremonial unveiling of the monument took place on October 18, 1896.
The monument was created based on a design by Syrius Eberle, professor and sculptor from Munich.

The often asked question "Who is sitting, who is standing?" we can answer:
Wilhelm Grimm is seated, Jacob Grimm is standing.
According to a legend widespread in Hanau, Jacob and Wilhelm secretly swap places at midnight.

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Eligibility

  • for Groups

  • for individual guests

  • Suitable for Pushchair

Payment methods

Entrance Free

Author

Deutsche Märchenstraße e.V.
Kurfürstenstraße 9
34117 Kassel

Organization

Deutsche Märchenstraße e.V.

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