Why a giant pen? Here at the Spitze Feder sculpture, that question hangs in the air as thick as the summer humidity. The Spitze Feder, or “Sharp Pen,” isn’t just a random oversized writing tool. It’s a tribute, a monument to the power of words, specifically those of Leonhard Frank. This sculpture, nestled in the green space above Maurmeierstraße in the Frauenland district, commemorates the centenary of Frank’s birth in 1982. The sculptor, Joachim Koch, crafted this metallic behemoth, a permanent reminder of Frank’s literary legacy. It’s a bold statement. Imagine the discussions, the debates, the sheer force of will it took to erect a giant pen in honor of a writer. It speaks volumes about the impact Leonhard Frank had on Würzburg, on Germany, on the world of literature. The Spitze Feder isn’t just a sculpture. It’s a conversation starter, a testament to the enduring power of the written word. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the mightiest weapons aren’t forged of steel, but of ink and ideas.
Römerbrücke
Why is this bridge called the Romerbrucke? Right here before us stands the Romerbrucke a single-span rubble stone arch bridge.