Visit the powerful bronze statue of Anne Frank near the Anne Frank House, honoring the young diarist whose diary became a symbol of hope and humanity.
Anne Frank Statue Amsterdam
A powerful bronze statue of Anne Frank stands near the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, serving as a moving tribute to the young Jewish diarist whose diary became one of the most important documents of the 20th century. The statue honors Anne's memory and serves as a reminder of the Holocaust's victims.
About the Statue
History
Creation:
- Unveiled: 1977
- sculptor: Maria de Gier
- Commissioned by Anne Frank Foundation
Location:
- Located on Westermarkt
- Near the Anne Frank House
- Facing the Westerkerk
The Artist
Maria de Gier:
- Dutch sculptor
- Created several memorial works
- Focused on humanitarian themes
The Statue
Appearance
Design:
- Bronze figure
- Standing pose
- Thoughtful expression
- Book in hand
Details:
- Life-sized
- Natural pose
- Emotional weight
- Surrounding plaque
Symbolism
What It Represents:
- Hope amid tragedy
- Youth interrupted
- Memory of victims
- Human resilience
Visiting
Location
Where to Find:
- Westermarkt square
- Near Anne Frank House
- In front of Westerkerk
Getting There:
- Tram: Lines 13, 17 to Westermarkt
- Walking from Dam Square
- Near Anne Frank House
What to See
The Statue:
- Bronze figure
- Expression of hope
- Book representation
- Surrounding area
Nearby:
- Anne Frank House
- Westerkerk
- Homomonument
Anne Frank's Story
Brief Biography
Early Life:
- Born: June 12, 1929 in Frankfurt
- Family moved to Amsterdam in 1933
- Attended Jewish school
The Diary
Writing:
- Received diary for 13th birthday
- Started writing in 1942
- Documented hiding years
- Became world-famous
Legacy
Impact:
- Translated into 70+ languages
- 30+ million copies sold
- Symbol of Holocaust
- Hope for future
Nearby Attractions
Within Walking Distance
- Anne Frank House - The hiding place
- Westerkerk - Where Anne heard bells
- Homomonument - Gay memorial
- Amsterdam Canals - Beautiful walks
Practical Information
Location
Westermarkt, 1016 GV Amsterdam Near Anne Frank House
Hours
- Always accessible
- Outdoor location
Cost
- Free to view
- No admission
The Anne Frank statue serves as a powerful reminder of one of history's darkest chapters while celebrating the human spirit. Visiting this statue, near where Anne wrote her diary, is a moving experience for visitors to Amsterdam.