A new Wittekind memorial was created in Herford in 1959, as the previous one had fallen victim to the war. Like many things in connection with the well-known Duke of …

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October 19, 2022

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Other Wittekind statues:
A Wittekind statue can also be found in Nienburg, but it is by no means as important as the Wittekind monument in Herford.

The Wittekindsburg in Wallenhorst …

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April 21, 2020

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The statue is the only oversized Wittekind monument in Germany. It stands on Wilhelmsplatz in Herford and is reminiscent of the Saxon Duke Wittekind. He was the Duke of Saxony who led the split tribes of the Saxons united against the Franks in battle. The fountain describes the miracle of the spring through which the half-dying Wittekind became a Christian and submitted to his superior enemy, the Frankish king Charlemagne.

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1. Wittekind Monument Herford – Herford Wall Walkway loop from Stiftberg

5.68km

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2. Wittekind Monument Herford – Herford Wall Walkway loop from Stiftberg

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3. Werre Riverside – Avenue at the ramparts loop from Bad Salzuflen

16.2km

04:06

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Wittekind Monument Herford

1. Wittekind Monument Herford – Herford Wall Walkway loop from Stiftberg

2. Wittekind Monument Herford – Herford Wall Walkway loop from Stiftberg

3. Werre Riverside – Avenue at the ramparts loop from Bad Salzuflen

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