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Heinzelmännchenbrunnen
Cologne's fairytale world carved in stone
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Created in 1899 by artists Edmund and Heinrich Renard, the Heinzelmännchen Fountain stands as an architectural heritage monument. At seven meters tall, this fountain vividly depicts the legend of the Heinzelmännchen, who secretly completed the work of Cologne's citizens at night. Its intricate design and central location make it a captivating visual landmark.
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The fountain is recognized as an architectural heritage monument.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1900
- Height
- 700 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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Location
Nearby
Dom - Hotel
46 m away
Blau-Gold-Haus
75 m away
Romano-Germanic Museum
131 m away
Adolph-Kolping-Pilgerweg (Nordwest)
31 m away
Cologne Cathedral
157 m away
Museum für Angewandte Kunst
174 m away
Museum Ludwig
212 m away
Minoritenkirche
189 m away