Herkules

The city's landmark

Since 1717, Kassel's landmark has been enthroned on the summit of the Karlsberg at a height of 530 metres above the city. The structure is the crowning glory of the 1.5-kilometre-long cascade complex. 

A steep pyramid rises from an octagon with a viewing platform, crowned by the monumental statue of Hercules. The entire structure reaches a height of 71 metres and from the viewing platform there is a magnificent view over the entire baroque park, the city and the low mountains.

Data of the figure
Height of the figure 8.30 m; plinth height 3.00 m; chest circumference 5.00 m; waist circumference 4.60 m; foot 1.50 m and club height 4.70 m

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