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Richard-Strauss-Brunnen
Where Opera and Art Converge: Richard-Strauss-Brunnen.
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The Richard-Strauss-Brunnen in Munich is an artistic fountain created by Hans Wimmer in 1962. It honors the renowned composer Richard Strauss and features scenes from his opera 'Salome'. Designed as a column, the fountain exudes an ancient charm.
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The fountain was constructed in 1962.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1962
- Architect
- Hans Wimmer
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Guided Story
You're standing in front of an impressive piece of art created by Hans Wimmer in 1962. The Richard-Strauss-Brunnen honors the renowned Munich composer Richard Strauss. Notice the artistic column featuring scenes from his opera 'Salome'. This design gives the fountain an ancient character. If you look slightly southwest, you'll spot the Augustiner Bierhalle. And to the northeast, you'll see the striking St. Michael's Church.
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Fountains of München — Walk IIStop 8 of 11
Location
Nearby
St. Michael's Church (Neuhauser Straße)
68 m away
Bürgersaalkirche
107 m away
Deutsches Jagd- und Fischereimuseum
153 m away
Augustinerkirche
119 m away
Iberl Bühne
127 m away
Palais Woronzow
144 m away
memorial stone old central synagogue
182 m away
Neue Maxburg
173 m away