Emperor William Monument

The Emperor William Monument, located in Porta Westfalica, Germany, is a symbol of German unification. It stands at the narrowest point of the Weser River, in the foothills of the Weser Mountains. It consists of a large statue of Emperor William I, encircled by a semicircular colonnade of 49 pillars and a commemorative bronze relief of the former emperor and his Prussian troops. The monument provides a commanding overview of the valley, which has been declared an area of natural beauty. The annual celebration of the National Day of Unity is celebrated here with a large fire, music and readings from local writers. Emperor William Monument provides visitors with an outstanding view of the Weser River and the valley, offering a unique and evocative landscape.