Audio Guide of the Imperia Statue

No need to worry about the time: the statue stands in a public space at the end of the harbor pier and is accessible 24 hours a day, all year round. You can visit it in the sunshine or enjoy its illuminated view at night.

The visit is completely free, since it is a public artwork located outdoors. You do not need to book anything or buy tickets; simply walk through the harbor of Constance until you reach it.

The visit is quite short; it will usually take you between 15 and 30 minutes to walk to the end of the pier, admire the satirical details of the work, and take a few photos. It is a perfect stroll to combine with a coffee by the harbor.

It is a satirical work by the artist Peter Lenk that commemorates the Council of Constance; it depicts a courtesan holding Pope Martin V and Emperor Sigismund naked in her hands. The statue rotates on its own axis every 4 minutes, showing the irony of power from every angle.

Without a doubt, sunset is the most magical moment, when the light over Lake Constance offers a spectacular backdrop for your photographs. If you go in winter, try to visit around midday to make the most of the sun, as it can be quite windy.

Yes, access is quite good because the pier has a paved, flat path that reaches the base of the statue. It is an accessible walk for people with reduced mobility, although caution is recommended near the edges of the pier.

You are in a privileged location, right next to the historic Council Building and very close to the Sea Life aquarium. In addition, boats leave from here to tour the lake toward other towns and cities.

Bring an extra layer even in summer, as the lake breeze is usually cool at the end of the pier. I recommend waiting for the statue to complete a full turn (it takes 4 minutes) so you can appreciate the small details of the figures she holds in her hands.