The Gänseliesel
Göttingen
The Gänseliesel has stood in Göttingen's market square since 1901 and was created by sculptor Ernst Hahne. The statue depicts a girl walking with geese and is surrounded by an attractive fountain. This statue is an important landmark in the city and attracts a lot of attention every day.
A landmark in the city
The Gänseliesel is not only a tourist attraction, but also an important cultural symbol for the residents of Göttingen. If you do the Escape Tour , you will pass right by this iconic statue.Join the Escape Tour
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