Historical figures at Postplatz in Görlitz are returning!

Historical figures at Postplatz in Görlitz are returning!

A lot has happened to the historical buildings in Görlitz recently. Good news for all history buffs: The distinctive cast zinc figures that represent the four seasons and adorn the roof of the house at Postplatz 20 are returning after a year of restoration. The figures were carefully reworked and reinstalled by Ostmann and Hempel Restaurierung und Handwerk GmbH. This continues the tradition of letting the small works of art that found their place in 1867 as part of Eduard Schultze's building project shine in new splendor. Saxon reports that during the short-term use of the crane, the figures returned to their original position in less than two hours.

The building itself has an eventful history. There have been minor repairs over the past 160 years, but it remains unclear whether the figures have ever been fundamentally renovated. The current restoration, however, relied on the most modern methods by integrating stable stainless steel support structures and giving the figures a special paint coating to prevent corrosion. A plus point: the owner covered all the costs for the restoration herself, which is very impressive in times of tight budgets.

Protection and maintenance of cultural monuments

But it's not just the figures on Postplatz that are listed as historical monuments. The city of Görlitz has also committed itself comprehensively to the issue of monument protection. Loud Görlitz.de The Monument Protection Office has a diverse range of tasks, ranging from monitoring the condition of cultural monuments to averting threats. This is not only important for the preservation of historical sites, but also for the city's identity.

A practical example of such committed restoration measures is the Nikolaikirche, another historical gem in Görlitz. The south portal of the church is currently receiving support of 35,000 euros from the German Foundation for Monument Protection. These funds will go toward stone restoration, cleaning and securing the valuable structure, which has survived numerous adversities since its founding in the 1100s. This initiative shows how important it is to preserve our cultural treasures and how many small and large funding sources are available to make this possible.

A look into the future

With the return of the characters to the Postplatz and the continued support for projects such as the Nikolaikirche, it is clear that Görlitz strives to preserve its cultural identity. Caring for historic sites is not only a commitment to history, but also an opportunity for the city's future. The people of Görlitz have a good hand when it comes to preserving a piece of their city's past beyond the present.