Local Legends
Tell Monument
Altdorf, Switzerland
The 'Tell Monument' (German: Telldenkmal) is a memorial to William Tell in the market place of Altdorf, Canton of Uri, Switzerland. The bronze statue by sculptor Richard Kissling was inaugurated on August 28, 1895, at the foot of an old tower. It shows the Swiss national hero with his crossbow and accompanied by his son. The traditional date of the Rütlischwur, long thought to have taken place in 1307, is engraved in the base.
- Category
- Local Legends
- Location
- Altdorf, Switzerland
- Address
- Rathausplatz 1.1, Altdorf
- Coordinates
- 46.88167, 8.64417
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q2402286
What is Tell Monument?
Tell Monument is a Local Legends place on VeroMaps, on Rathausplatz 1.1. Other places close by: St. Anna Ossuary Chapel, Medieval castle ruin Attinghausen, Tell's Chapel, Zwing Uri.
Where is Tell Monument?
Tell Monument is in Altdorf, Switzerland. Coordinates: 46.88167, 8.64417.
How do I get to Tell Monument?
Tell Monument is at Rathausplatz 1.1, Altdorf, Switzerland (46.88167, 8.64417). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.