Befreiungshalle, Kelheim
Befreiungshalle is a classical monument ordered by Ludwig I to memorise the victory of the battles against Napoleon, also called the battle of Leipzig, dated 1813-1815.
The exterior façade is crowned 18 colossal statues as allegories of German tribes. The number 18 also denotes the date that the troops of Napoleon were defeated. Inside are 34 white marble victories, holding hands symbolizing celebrating peace, joy, unification.
Grounded in the centre is a dictum:
MOECHTEN DIE TEUTSCHEN NIE VERGESSEN
WAS DEN EFREIUNGSKAMPF
NOTHWENDIG MACHTE UND WODURCH SIE GESIEGT.
translated into
May the Germans never forget what made
necessary the Struggle for Freedom and by what means they won.
One can feel the hardship and dedication involved in, the joy and proud of winning the battles finally.
Inscription at the entrance portal:
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