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Beethoven statue

Name: Beethoven statue
Rating: 4.5

4.5 ·

Pause at the Beethoven statue on Beethovenplatz. Look up at the seated bronze composer from 1880 and study the Prometheus and angel figures at his feet.

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Full description

This bronze sculptural group stands on Beethovenplatz, close to the Stadtpark station, and shows Ludwig van Beethoven seated at the centre of a stepped pedestal. Prometheus and angels are shackled at his feet in the 1880 composition.

Reviewers call it understated and note that school children often use the square as a playground, so it works as a quiet, brief stop rather than a destination in its own right. The square is open at all times and free to visit, and about 15 minutes is enough to see the sculpture and its details.

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Address

Beethovenpl. T, 1010 Wien, Austria · Innere Stadt

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

early morning, morning, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Combine it with a walk to nearby Stadtpark, which is a short distance away
look closely at the figures at the base of the pedestal
visit in the morning for a quieter square.

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Reviews

A tribute to one of the Greats. Unfortunately, it is pretty inconspicuous and should have better reception. Currently used as a playground for school kids - wished Beethoven got more glamor and recognition like Mozart.

Eric Han

1/5

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