Beautiful Fountain

Schöner Brunnen is a 14th-century fountain located on Nuremberg's main market next to the town hall and is considered one of the main attractions of the city's Historical Mile. The fountain is approximately 19 metres high and has the shape of a Gothic spire.

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Opening hours: 24/7
Type: Fountain
Description: water well (Nuremberg, Germany)
Also known as: “Brunnen” and “Schöner Brunnen”
Wheelchair access: yes

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Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Frauenkirche and St. Sebald Church.

Frauenkirche

Church

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The Frauenkirche is a church in Nuremberg, Germany. It stands on the eastern side of the main market. An example of brick Gothic architecture, it was built on the initiative of Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor between 1352 and 1362.

St. Sebald Church

Church

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St. Sebaldus Church is a medieval church in Nuremberg, Germany. Along with Frauenkirche and St. Lorenz, it is one of the most important churches of the city, and also one of the oldest. St. Sebald Church is situated 120 metres north of Beautiful Fountain.

Nuremberg Castle

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Nuremberg Castle is a group of medieval fortified buildings on a sandstone ridge dominating the historical center of Nuremberg in Bavaria, Germany. The castle, together with the city walls, is considered to be one of Europe's most formidable medieval fortifications. Nuremberg Castle is situated 440 metres north of Beautiful Fountain.