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Wielandbrunnen

Historic Charm at Frauenplan

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Designed by Hanns Gasser in 1857, Weimar's Wieland Fountain features a cast iron lion's head spout pouring into a granite basin. Flanked by two stones, it was reconstructed in 2015 to reflect its 19th-century design.

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In 1969, the fountain was relocated for the expansion of Steubenstraße.

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In front of you is the Wieland Fountain, crafted by Hanns Gasser in 1857. Notice the intricate design of the water spout: a cast iron lion's head elegantly set within a rosette, releasing water into a sturdy granite basin. Look around, and you'll see it's flanked by two distinctive stones, enhancing its historical charm. Restored in 2015, it reflects the original 19th-century aesthetic. Just a few steps to the south stands the statue of Christoph Martin Wieland, adding to the historic ambiance of this area.