Overview
- The broadcaster removed the statue on Thursday and said it will be back on Monday, 12 October.
- WDR confirmed the orange 'Maus' is being kept safely inside the station while short construction and repair work take place and declined to give technical details.
- Officials stressed this removal is routine and not the result of a crime, drawing a clear contrast with a July 2025 arson attack on the same statue.
- The 1.70‑metre fibreglass figure was installed in 2021 to mark the 50th anniversary of Die Sendung mit der Maus and has become a popular photo landmark for children and adults.
- WDR’s promise of a “nice surprise” after the works has heightened public interest and means fans should watch for an official announcement when the statue is reinstalled.