Mouse Statuette Examined, Generates Waves of Fan Mail - Under scrutiny: The mystery figure resembling a hot, small rodent; found to be the recipient of numerous letters expressing admiration from fans.
The beloved mouse figure of "Die Sendung mit der Maus," a cherished children's TV show in Germany, is currently undergoing repairs following a suspected arson attack. Known as "Die Maus," the statue represents the character's distinctive orange body with brown ears, arms, and legs and stands proudly outside the WDR building in Cologne.
Since the incident, the mouse figure has been moved to a workshop for repairs. The extent of the damage, which blackened parts of the figure's face and arm, is being addressed by specialists. As of early August 2025, treatment and repair work have begun to restore Die Maus to its former glory[4].
In a heartwarming gesture, the fans of Die Maus have shown their support by sticking colorful bandages on the large mouse sticker that has been placed on the WDR building in the absence of the damaged figure. The large mouse sticker bears the message "Back soon."
In response to the outpouring of support, WDR has been sending tokens of appreciation to fans, including mouse stickers, posters, and postcards. The mouse figure itself has also been responding to letters and emails from fans, albeit with a return address[1].
Despite the damage, there are no plans to replace the beloved statue. Instead, the fans can look forward to Die Maus returning to its place once the repairs are completed[2]. However, no specific return date has been provided by WDR.
This incident has shone a light on the enduring love for Die Maus, a symbol of childhood and joy in Cologne. The recovery of Die Maus serves as a testament to the power of community support and the enduring spirit of the city's beloved children's show.
References: 1. WDR responds to fans' letters and emails 2. No temporary mouse figure will replace the damaged one 3. Die Maus: A symbol of childhood and joy in Cologne 4. Repair work begins on the damaged mouse figure
The fans have expressed their support for the beloved Die Maus by sticking colorful bandages on a large mouse sticker at the WDR building. This entertaining gesture, echoing the spirit of pop-culture, has shown the enduring love for Die Maus as a symbol of childhood joy in Cologne.
