Statue the Destroyed City by Ossip Zadkine en Róterdam: fotos, reseñas

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La Ciudad Destruida es un conmovedor monumento de bronce de Ossip Zadkine, ubicado en el bullicioso centro de Róterdam. Inaugurada en 1947, esta poderosa escultura refleja la resiliencia de la ciudad y el espíritu de reconstrucción tras la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Con una impresionante puntuación media en Google de 4,6, es una atracción obligada que cautiva tanto a adultos como a niños. Su diseño evocador y su significado histórico sirven como recordatorio del pasado al tiempo que celebran el vibrante futuro de Róterdam.

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No Instagram Zetília Sebastião

Eu nem quis acreditar que este é um monumento importante 😅 sinceramente…enfim, a vista compensa

Alex Green

The statue itself is beautiful, and also represents a very important and integral part of Rotterdam’s history. But the surroundings are not well maintained and don’t look the part, just an empty square.

Tour Guys

At TourGuys, we stop at this sculpture on nearly every city tour — not just because it's striking, but because it captures the very soul of Rotterdam. "The Destroyed City" (De Verwoeste Stad) by Ossip Zadkine is one of the most emotionally powerful public artworks in the Netherlands. Standing at 6.5 meters tall near the Maritime Museum, it depicts a human figure with its chest ripped open, symbolizing the city’s missing heart after the devastating German bombing on May 14, 1940. In just 15 minutes, the historic center of Rotterdam was leveled. Over 800 people lost their lives and around 80,000 were left homeless. Rather than rebuild the old city, Rotterdam chose a bold path — to start fresh. This sculpture reminds us daily what that decision meant. Created in 1951–1953, Zadkine’s work was controversial at the time for its raw, emotional style — very different from traditional war monuments. But today, it’s one of the most iconic and respected memorials in the country. When we stop here with our guests, we often pause for a quiet moment. The symbolism, the open space around it, and the view of the rebuilt city beyond... it hits hard. It’s not just a statue — it’s a story, a scar, and a tribute to Rotterdam’s resilience. 🟡 As TourGuys, we believe understanding Rotterdam means understanding what was lost — and how the city chose to rebuild, not rewind. That’s what makes this spot unforgettable. Want to go deeper into Rotterdam’s wartime past and architectural future? Join us at tourguys.nl for a walking or bike tour packed with stories like this.

Statue the Destroyed City by Ossip Zadkine en Róterdam

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