On the eastern side of the Hohenzollern Bridge is an equestrian statue in honour of Emperor Wilhelm I (1797 - 1888). After the death of his brother Friedrich Wilhelm IV in 1861, he became King of Prussia and also German Emperor in 1871.
His monument previously stood on the portal of the Dombrücke, which was replaced by the Hohenzollernbrücke in 1911.
His monument previously stood on the portal of the Dombrücke, which was replaced by the Hohenzollernbrücke in 1911.
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Suitable for Pushchair
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Entrance Free
Directions & Parking facilities
The walk from Cologne main station takes about 12 minutes.
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