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Knödelbrunnen

A playful stack of spheres in the city center

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In Ludwigshafen's pedestrian zone, the Knödelbrunnen captivates with its stacked spheres. Created by artist Ernst W. Kunz, this fountain emerged from a city competition to embellish Bismarckstraße. Its unique design makes it a distinctive part of the cityscape.

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The fountain was built after Bismarckstraße was transformed into a pedestrian zone in 1977.

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You're standing before the Knödelbrunnen, a captivating piece by artist Ernst W. Kunz. The stacked spheres immediately catch the eye. This fountain was created following a competition to artistically enhance Bismarckstraße, which became a pedestrian zone in 1977. Its unique design makes it a distinctive part of the cityscape. If you look around, you might notice the nearby Melanchthonkirche, just 136 meters to the south. A short walk can also take you to the Lutherkirche to the southwest or the Pfalzbau to the south. Enjoy this special spot in the heart of Ludwigshafen.