Lion Monument
Quick Facts
- Location
- Switzerland, Lucerne-Land
- Category
- Sightseeing
- Duration
- 15-30 minutes
- Opening Hours
- All day
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Free
- Address
- Lion Monument, Löwenplatz, Lucerne, Switzerland
- Coordinates
- 47.0590, 8.3080
Introduction
The Lion Monument stands against a natural rock face in central Lucerne, Switzerland. Designed by the Danish sculptor Thorvaldsen, it was carved in the early 1820s. It shows a dying lion pierced by a broken spear, lying among shields and weapons, its pose sorrowful and solemn. It commemorates the Swiss Guards who died defending the French royal family during the French Revolution, and so it is also called the Dying Lion. The American writer Mark Twain called it the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world. Set in a quiet corner of a park, it is free to visit and usually takes only a short pause, easily combined with Lucerne's old town.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Free
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Lion Monument?
All day
How much is the admission for Lion Monument?
Adult: Free; Free
Any practical tips for visiting Lion Monument?
The monument is free and takes only a short pause, easily combined with the old town. Knowing the story of the Swiss Guards it commemorates makes the visit more moving.
How long should I spend at Lion Monument?
A typical visit takes 15-30 minutes.
