--- title: "Großer Kurfürst" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/grosser-kurfuerst" description: "The \"Great Elector\" in Minden is an important monument with strong historical relevance. The statue is made of bronze and rests on a solid sandstone plinth. An explanatory plaque bears the inscription \"Remember that you are a German\", which encourages reflection on national and local history.This point of interest is a worthwhile destination all year round and is located in the centre of Minden, surrounded by the impressive landscapes of the Teutoburg Forest and the Weserbergland. Visitors can hike through these picturesque surroundings and enjoy the many facets of nature. In addition to the aesthetic splendour of the monument, the city centre of Minden offers numerous cultural and culinary experiences that make a visit particularly appealing.A visit offers a harmonious combination of historical awareness and contemporary relaxation. A walk around the monument and through the neighbouring glacis and pedestrian zone opens up interesting perspectives on urban life and the historical development of this area." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1260552/e8ad505e4cba33af9edb5816f514cce3a77c53568ebd74bc92dbb066ac92bc85/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Großer Kurfürst =============== - Monument Das Bild zeigt den Großen Kurfürst Great Elector ------------- The monument to the Great Elector stands south of the Weser Gate in Minden in honour of Frederick William of Brandenburg. The "Great Elector" in Minden is an important monument with strong historical relevance. The statue is made of bronze and rests on a solid sandstone plinth. An explanatory plaque bears the inscription *"Remember that you are a German"*, which encourages reflection on national and local history. This point of interest is a worthwhile destination all year round and is located in the centre of Minden, surrounded by the impressive landscapes of the Teutoburg Forest and the Weserbergland. Visitors can hike through these picturesque surroundings and enjoy the many facets of nature. In addition to the aesthetic splendour of the monument, the city centre of Minden offers numerous cultural and culinary experiences that make a visit particularly appealing. A visit offers a harmonious combination of historical awareness and contemporary relaxation. A walk around the monument and through the neighbouring glacis and pedestrian zone opens up interesting perspectives on urban life and the historical development of this area. Read more Good to know ------------ Eligibility - for Groups - for Class - for families - for individual guests - Pet allowed - Suitable for the Elderly Foreign Language German Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities Minden is very well connected to the road and rail networks and can therefore always be reached quickly and safely. You can find all further information at https://www.minden.de/stadt_minden/de/Bildung,%20Kultur,%20Sport/Kultur/Museen/Mindener%20Museum/Ihr%20Besuch/Anfahrt/ Read more Contact person Minden Marketing GmbHDomstraße 2 32423 Minden License (master data) Minden Marketing GmbH Nearby ------ View on map - Event - film - Festival/ball - Drama - Food & Beverage - Ice cream parlor - Restaurant - Ice cream parlor - Accomodations - Holiday flat - Guesthouse - Holiday flat - Place of interest - Shop - Cash machine/bank - Shop - Tours 268.99 km - Regional bike tour 74.13 km - Regional bike tour 29.57 km - Regional bike tour Contact Ecke Klausenwall/Kaiserstraße 32423 Minden - Innenstadt