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Archduke Karl - Equestrian Statue — Attraction in Vienna

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Archduke Karl - Equestrian Statue
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Heldenplatz
Heldenplatz 21/4, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Brasserie Palmenhaus Wien
Burggarten 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Schauflergasse 6, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Bräunerstraße 11, 1010 Wien, Austria
Ristorante La Sosta
Schauflergasse 6, 1010 Wien, Austria
Hofburgstüberl
Hofburg-Passage 4, 1010 Wien, Austria
Green Door Bistro
Josefsplatz 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
Illy Caffè
Habsburgergasse 14, Michaelerplatz 6, 1010 Wien, Austria
GANESHA Indian cuisine
Eschenbachgasse 4, 1010 Wien, Austria
Café Central
Herrengasse 14, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Herrengasse 10, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Herrengasse 12, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Pertschy Palais Hotel
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Archduke Karl - Equestrian Statue

Heldenplatz 21/4, 1010 Wien, Austria
4.7(280)
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attractions: Heldenplatz, Hofburg, Volksgarten, Sisi Museum, Imperial Treasury Vienna, Museum of Natural History Vienna, Maria-Theresien-Platz, Weltmuseum Wien, Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Neue Burg - Teil der Wiener Hofburg, restaurants: Brasserie Palmenhaus Wien, PIZZA SENZA DANZA, Bar - Restaurant Kanzleramt, Wien - Vienna, L'Osteria Wien Bräunerstraße, Ristorante La Sosta, Hofburgstüberl, Green Door Bistro, Illy Caffè, GANESHA Indian cuisine, Café Central
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Nearby attractions of Archduke Karl - Equestrian Statue

Heldenplatz

Hofburg

Volksgarten

Sisi Museum

Imperial Treasury Vienna

Museum of Natural History Vienna

Maria-Theresien-Platz

Weltmuseum Wien

Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien

Neue Burg - Teil der Wiener Hofburg

Heldenplatz

Heldenplatz

4.7

(7.5K)

Open 24 hours
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Hofburg

Hofburg

4.7

(19.2K)

Open until 6:00 PM
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Volksgarten

Volksgarten

4.6

(7.7K)

Open until 10:00 PM
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Sisi Museum

Sisi Museum

4.4

(6.5K)

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Brasserie Palmenhaus Wien

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Bar - Restaurant Kanzleramt, Wien - Vienna

L'Osteria Wien Bräunerstraße

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Brasserie Palmenhaus Wien

Brasserie Palmenhaus Wien

4.2

(3.6K)

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PIZZA SENZA DANZA

PIZZA SENZA DANZA

3.8

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Bar - Restaurant Kanzleramt, Wien - Vienna

Bar - Restaurant Kanzleramt, Wien - Vienna

4.3

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L'Osteria Wien Bräunerstraße

L'Osteria Wien Bräunerstraße

4.1

(3K)

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Ensar SEKEREnsar SEKER
This statue is not just a piece of art; it's a symbol of history and grandeur. Standing tall and majestic, the statue of Archduke Karl on his horse immediately commands attention and respect. The level of detail on the statue is truly remarkable. From the intricate design of the horse's mane to the expressive features of the Archduke, the craftsmanship is impressive. It's a brilliant depiction of one of Austria's most revered figures, reflecting both his military prowess and his significance in Austrian history. The statue is well-placed in a location that is easily accessible and adds to the overall ambiance of the area. It serves as a fantastic photo opportunity for tourists and a reminder of the rich history for locals. What I particularly appreciated was how the statue is a stark reminder of the past, yet it seamlessly integrates into the modern surroundings of Vienna. It's not just a historical artifact; it's a living piece of art that continues to inspire and awe.
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One of two large equestrian states at Heldenplatz (Hero's Square) is that of Erzherzog Karl (Archduke Karl) which faces fellow equestrian monument of Prinz Eugen Reiter and the Hapsburg Palace. This is a large-scale, bronze monument created by German-Austrian sculptor Anton Dominik Fernkorn (1853-59). Karl is noted for his military victory over Napoleon at the Battle of Aspern in 1809. Here you see the Archduke on horseback, rearing up as if about to make a charge. Karl is holding a flag in his right hand, leaning forward and looking to his left. The horse is standing upon a decorative bronze base which is atop a rectangular-shaped pedestal. The pedestal includes bronze inscriptions as well as the double-eagle emblem of the Hapsburg Dynasty. Overall, this is an impressive monument and worth viewing along with the fellow equestrian statue of Prinz Eugen Reiter across the square.
macedonboymacedonboy
This monument stands in tribute to Archduke Charles, Duke of Teschen, the third son of Emperor Leopold II of the Habsburgs. As a field marshal during the Napoleonic wars, his had a mixture of successes and failures against the French and their allies. The monument is an equestrian sculpture that features the Archduke on a rearing horse. It looks to me the sculpture is modelled on “Napoleon Crossing the Alps” painting except that the Archduke also holds a flag or standard in his right hand. A large and monumental sculpture stands prominently in Hofburg Palace complex. It’s worth a look if you’re in the area.
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This statue is not just a piece of art; it's a symbol of history and grandeur. Standing tall and majestic, the statue of Archduke Karl on his horse immediately commands attention and respect. The level of detail on the statue is truly remarkable. From the intricate design of the horse's mane to the expressive features of the Archduke, the craftsmanship is impressive. It's a brilliant depiction of one of Austria's most revered figures, reflecting both his military prowess and his significance in Austrian history. The statue is well-placed in a location that is easily accessible and adds to the overall ambiance of the area. It serves as a fantastic photo opportunity for tourists and a reminder of the rich history for locals. What I particularly appreciated was how the statue is a stark reminder of the past, yet it seamlessly integrates into the modern surroundings of Vienna. It's not just a historical artifact; it's a living piece of art that continues to inspire and awe.
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One of two large equestrian states at Heldenplatz (Hero's Square) is that of Erzherzog Karl (Archduke Karl) which faces fellow equestrian monument of Prinz Eugen Reiter and the Hapsburg Palace. This is a large-scale, bronze monument created by German-Austrian sculptor Anton Dominik Fernkorn (1853-59). Karl is noted for his military victory over Napoleon at the Battle of Aspern in 1809. Here you see the Archduke on horseback, rearing up as if about to make a charge. Karl is holding a flag in his right hand, leaning forward and looking to his left. The horse is standing upon a decorative bronze base which is atop a rectangular-shaped pedestal. The pedestal includes bronze inscriptions as well as the double-eagle emblem of the Hapsburg Dynasty. Overall, this is an impressive monument and worth viewing along with the fellow equestrian statue of Prinz Eugen Reiter across the square.
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This monument stands in tribute to Archduke Charles, Duke of Teschen, the third son of Emperor Leopold II of the Habsburgs. As a field marshal during the Napoleonic wars, his had a mixture of successes and failures against the French and their allies. The monument is an equestrian sculpture that features the Archduke on a rearing horse. It looks to me the sculpture is modelled on “Napoleon Crossing the Alps” painting except that the Archduke also holds a flag or standard in his right hand. A large and monumental sculpture stands prominently in Hofburg Palace complex. It’s worth a look if you’re in the area.
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This statue is not just a piece of art; it's a symbol of history and grandeur. Standing tall and majestic, the statue of Archduke Karl on his horse immediately commands attention and respect.

The level of detail on the statue is truly remarkable. From the intricate design of the horse's mane to the expressive features of the Archduke, the craftsmanship is impressive. It's a brilliant depiction of one of Austria's most revered figures, reflecting both his military prowess and his significance in Austrian history.

The statue is well-placed in a location that is easily accessible and adds to the overall ambiance of the area. It serves as a fantastic photo opportunity for tourists and a reminder of the rich history for locals.

What I particularly appreciated was how the statue is a stark reminder of the past, yet it seamlessly integrates into the modern surroundings of Vienna. It's not just a historical artifact; it's a living piece of art that continues to...

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One of two large equestrian states at Heldenplatz (Hero's Square) is that of Erzherzog Karl (Archduke Karl) which faces fellow equestrian monument of Prinz Eugen Reiter and the Hapsburg Palace.

This is a large-scale, bronze monument created by German-Austrian sculptor Anton Dominik Fernkorn (1853-59). Karl is noted for his military victory over Napoleon at the Battle of Aspern in 1809.

Here you see the Archduke on horseback, rearing up as if about to make a charge. Karl is holding a flag in his right hand, leaning forward and looking to his left.

The horse is standing upon a decorative bronze base which is atop a rectangular-shaped pedestal. The pedestal includes bronze inscriptions as well as the double-eagle emblem of the Hapsburg Dynasty.

Overall, this is an impressive monument and worth viewing along with the fellow equestrian statue of Prinz Eugen Reiter...

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قائد ملهم في فيينا! يُعد تمثال الأرشيدوق كارل الفروسي (Equestrian Statue of Archduke Karl) واحدًا من أبرز وأجمل التماثيل في فيينا، النمسا. يقع هذا التمثال المهيب في ساحة هيلدنبلاتس (Heldenplatz)، أو "ساحة الأبطال"، داخل مجمع قصر هوفبورغ الإمبراطوري، ويُخلد ذكرى قائد عسكري استثنائي لعب دورًا مهمًا في تاريخ النمسا. معلومة قد يجهلها البعض: شقيق الإمبراطور ومهندس الهزيمة النابليونية! قد لا يدرك الكثيرون أن الأرشيدوق كارل، دوق تيشين (Archduke Karl, Duke of Teschen)، لم يكن مجرد قائد عسكري عادي؛ بل كان شقيق الإمبراطور فرانز الثاني (الذي أصبح لاحقًا الإمبراطور فرانز الأول من النمسا)، وقد وُصف بأنه من أذكى وأكفأ القادة العسكريين في عصره. اشتهر الأرشيدوق كارل بكونه الجنرال الوحيد الذي تمكن من هزيمة نابليون بونابرت شخصيًا في معركة كبرى، وهي معركة أسبرن-إسلينغ (Aspern-Essling) عام 1809، على الرغم من أن الفرنسيين حققوا انتصارًا في نهاية المطاف في فاغرام بعد فترة وجيزة. هذا الانتصار النمساوي النادر ضد نابليون عزز مكانة الأرشيدوق كارل كبطل قومي ومصلح عسكري بارز. رمزية النصب وتصميمه يُصور التمثال الأرشيدوق كارل على صهوة جواده، في وضع ديناميكي يرفع فيه سيفه، مُظهرًا الشجاعة والتصميم. تم تصميم التمثال من قبل النحات الشهير أنطون فيرنكورن (Anton Fernkorn)، وتم الكشف عنه في عام 1860. يُعبر تصميم التمثال عن القوة والقيادة، ويُعد تحفة فنية في النحت الفروسي. يُشكل التمثال جزءًا أساسيًا من جمالية ساحة هيلدنبلاتس، إلى جانب تمثال فروسي آخر للأمير يوجين من سافوي، مما يجعل الساحة تذكارًا عظيمًا لأبطال النمسا العسكريين. تجربة الزيارة: في قلب التاريخ الإمبراطوري عند زيارتك لساحة هيلدنبلاتس، ستُتاح لك فرصة الاستمتاع بجمال تمثال الأرشيدوق كارل والتأمل في رمزيته. تُعد الساحة نفسها مكانًا تاريخيًا هامًا، حيث شهدت العديد من الأحداث الكبرى في تاريخ النمسا، بما في ذلك إعلان أنشلوس (ضم النمسا إلى ألمانيا) عام 1938. يمكن أن تكون زيارة التمثال جزءًا من جولة أوسع لاستكشاف قصر هوفبورغ، والمتاحف المحيطة به، والشعور بعظمة الإمبراطورية النمساوية التي كانت تحكم من هذا المكان. إذا أعجبتك هذه المراجعة، يرجى إضافة...

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