Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I

Could a simple wayside cross hold a century of memories? Here at the Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I, it does. This wooden cross, standing tall at 2.4 meters, isn’t just a religious symbol. It’s a testament to a life lost and a community’s enduring remembrance. The Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I commemorates a local farmer named Lanzem. He tragically died on February 4, 1885, in an accident on the northern extension of Rheinbacher Straße. The original location of the cross was on Rheinbacher Straße itself. However, it was later moved to its present spot. Erected in 1903, the Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I is a poignant reminder of Bonn’s past. This seemingly simple monument connects us to a specific event. It connects us to the people who lived here over a century ago. The Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I stands as a silent storyteller. It whispers tales of a time when Bonn was a smaller town. A time when life moved at a slower pace. Yet, life held the same joys and sorrows we experience today. The cross is a tangible link to that era. It represents the shared history of this community. It offers a glimpse into the lives of those who came before us. As you stand before the Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I, take a moment to reflect. Consider the life of Farmer Lanzem. Consider the community that chose to remember him in this way. The Goldkreuz / Lanzemkreuz I is more than just a wayside cross. It is a piece of Bonn’s heart.