Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great Monument
Iconic bronze equestrian statue of Prussian king Frederick II
Bronze equestrian statue of Frederick II on Unter den Linden, Berlin; draws history-minded visitors and photographers to its 19th-century sculptural detail.
The equestrian statue of Frederick the Great is a large bronze monument on Unter den Linden in central Berlin created by sculptor Christian Daniel Rauch and completed in the mid-19th century. It depicts King Frederick II of Prussia in classical attire mounted on a horse.
The monument functioned as a national commemorative sculpture and a focal point on the boulevard, accompanied by a sculptural ensemble and relief work on its plinth. It has been a prominent public landmark in Berlin since its mid-19th-century installation and has undergone conservation after damage sustained in the 20th century.
The statue was commissioned in the Prussian period and completed during the 1800s, reflecting 19th-century historicist and neoclassical sculptural tendencies. It stands on Unter den Linden in central Berlin, within the historic core of the city.
- Artist and date: Sculptor Christian Daniel Rauch executed the work in the mid-19th century
- Location and subject: Located on Unter den Linden in central Berlin, it portrays Frederick II in classical dress on horseback
How to Get to Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great#
The statue sits on Unter den Linden near Bebelplatz in central Berlin. From Berlin Hauptbahnhof take the U-Bahn S-Bahn to Brandenburger Tor (S1/S2/S25 or U55) and walk east along Unter den Linden for a short stroll.
Tips for Visiting Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great#
- Stand on the low balustrade to the west at sunset; the statue's silhouette against Unter den Linden's plane trees is the photo Berliners take when they mean to look thoughtful.
- Listen for the ceremonial guard changes at nearby institutions - the statue's horse has been a witness to modern Berlin more than once.
- If interested in details, bring a binocular or a camera with a decent zoom: the bronze figures around the plinth reward close scrutiny.
Best Time to Visit Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great#
Late spring and early autumn are the best times for a visit: temperate weather and good light for the long, formal avenues of central Berlin.
Weather & Climate near Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great#
Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (578 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 65 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
