Mitte in Nürnberg, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
Schöner Brunnen / Beautiful Fountain
Photographed By James Hulse, February 22, 2024
1. Schöner Brunnen / Beautiful fountain Marker
Um 1385-96 von einem Steinmetzmeister Heinrich (Beheim?) errichtet. Die 40 Skulpturen zählen zu den bedeutendsten Leistungen Nürnberger Kunst im 14. Jahrhundert. Wegen seiner Farbigkeit und Vergoldung schon im 15. Jahrhundert „Schöner Brunnen" genannt. 1897-1902 vollständig erneuert.
Founded around 1385-96 by a master stonemason Heinrich (Beheim?). The 40 sculptures are among the most important achievements of Nuremberg art in the 14th century. Because of its color and gilding it was called the “Beautiful Fountain” in the 15th century. Completely renovated 1897-1902.
Erected by Stadtobjekte - Nürnberg.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1385.
Location. 49° 27.262′ N, 11° 4.623′ E. Marker is in Nürnberg, Bayern (Bavaria). It is in Mitte. Marker is at the intersection of Hauptmarkt and Waaggasse, on the right when traveling north on Hauptmarkt. The marker and fountain are located in the Nuremberg
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Geburtsstunde der wirtschaftlichen Selbstverwaltung / Birth of Economic Self-Government (within shouting distance of this marker); Nürnberger Kaufmannszug / Nuremberg Merchants' Caravan (within shouting distance of this marker); Archäologischer Sensationsfund / Sensational Archaeological Discovery (within shouting distance of this marker); Haus des Lebkuchens / Gingerbread House (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Historischer Rathaussaal / Historic Town Hall (about 90 meters away); Johann Phillip Palm (about 120 meters away); Johann Pachelbel (about 120 meters away); Schürstab Mansion (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Nürnberg.
Also see . . . Schöner Brunnen. Wikipedia
Schöner Brunnen (en:beautiful fountain) is a 14th-century fountain located on Nuremberg's main market next to the town hall and is considered one of the main attractions of the city's Historical Mile. The fountain is approximately 19 meters high and has the shape of a Gothic spire.(Submitted on March 26, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed By James Hulse, February 22, 2024
2. The view of the Schöner Brunnen Marker along the corner of the building
Photographed By James Hulse, February 22, 2024
3. Schöner Brunnen / Beautiful fountain
Photographed By James Hulse, February 22, 2024
4. The view of the Schöner Brunnen / Beautiful fountain in the Nuremberg Main Market
Credits. This page was last revised on March 26, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 25, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 47 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 26, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
