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Neptunbrunnen
Baroque Heritage of Nuremberg's Peace
Counts toward these achievements:
Nürnberg: First Steps10 pts
Nürnberg: Explorer25 pts
Nürnberg: Insider50 pts
The Neptunbrunnen in Nuremberg, an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria, is the largest Baroque fountain north of the Alps. Created between 1660 and 1668 by Christoph Ritter and Georg Schweigger for the main market, it stands as a symbol of reconciliation after the Thirty Years' War.
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In 1796, the fountain was sold to Saint Petersburg.
Quick Facts
- Height
- 0.7 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
Audio Guide
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Part of These Trails
Fountains of NürnbergStop 2 of 11
Location
Nearby
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