Ziegenbock Statue

How many secrets can a bronze goat hold? Right here, in the heart of Wolbeck, stands the Ziegenbock Statue, a monument seemingly frozen in time. But don’t let its stoic pose fool you – the Ziegenbock Statue has quite a story to tell, a story deeply interwoven with the spirit of this town. Unveiled in 1959, the Ziegenbock Statue, crafted by the skilled hands of Hubert Löneke, isn’t just a tribute to a forgotten mascot. It embodies the spirit of Ziegenbocksmontag, a unique tradition revived by the local carnival society, ZiBoMo. This day, steeped in local folklore, celebrates the history of goat breeding in the region and playfully acknowledges Wolbeck’s connection to witchcraft and the legend of the “Hexenwolbeck” (Witch Wolbeck). But here’s a little-known secret: a hidden time capsule rests within the Ziegenbock Statue’s pedestal. Sealed within lies a chronicle of its creation, a testament to the efforts of Dr. Hermann “Pewo” Peters, the driving force behind its existence. The Ziegenbock Statue, you see, isn’t just a statue. It’s a symbol of community spirit, a reminder of a quirky local tradition, and a keeper of secrets passed down through generations.