The statue is the only one in Europe to show Roland on horseback.

It is located in front of the town hall and represents a symbol of urban rights.

In 1419 a standing Roland figure was first mentioned in the city books of Haldensleben.

The figure was replaced in 1528 by a stone Roland on horseback.

In 1927/28 the statue, damaged by the weather, was replaced by a replica made of limestone from Baden.