Hugo de Groot - Free Audio Guide
Delft, South Holland, Netherlands
Hugo de Groot, Markt, Binnenstad, Delft, Zuid-Holland, Nederland, 2611 GS, Nederland
The statue of Hugo de Groot, also known as Hugo Grotius, is a historic monument located in the Market square of Delft, Netherlands. Erected in 1886, this bronze statue commemorates the renowned jurist and leader of the Remonstrants, born in Delft. Designed by the sculptor F.L. Stracké jr., the statue stands on a polished Swedish granite pedestal and faces the Town Hall. The site is of great cultural significance, representing 19th-century monumental sculpture and is classified as a Rijksmonument. Visitors can admire its artistic details and historical context while exploring the surrounding area. The statue is easily accessible and is free to visit.