Nornenbrunnen

The Nornenbrunnen is a fountain in the center of Munich, Germany. It was built in 1907 based on a design by Hubert Netzer in Art Nouveau style. The fountain is constructed of Kirchheim limestone and depicts the Norns, the three Germanic goddesses of destiny: Urd, Verdandi, and Skuld, who lean against a large water bowl.

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Type: Fountain
Description: cultural heritage monument D-1-62-000-4425 (6) in München, Bavaria
Also known as: “Brunnen Nähe Maximiliansplatz in München” and “Brunnen Nähe Maximiliansplatz in München (D-1-62-000-4425#6)”
Address: Maximiliansplatz, Maxvorstadt, München

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Alte Pinakothek and Munich Frauenkirche.

Alte Pinakothek

Museum

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The Alte Pinakothek is an art museum located in the Kunstareal area in Munich, Germany. It is one of the oldest galleries in the world and houses a significant collection of Old Master paintings. Alte Pinakothek is situated 630 metres north of Nornenbrunnen.

Munich Frauenkirche

Church

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The Frauenkirche is a church in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, that serves as the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising and seat of its Archbishop. Munich Frauenkirche is situated 480 metres south of Nornenbrunnen.

Maximiliansplatz

Square

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Maximiliansplatz is a square.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Altstadt and Kunstareal.

Altstadt

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Altstadt meaning "old city" is the very heart of Munich. Three gates are all that remain of the medieval defensive walls, but within is a well-preserved district with many of Munich's iconic sights: twin-towered Frauenkirche, New City Hall with clockwork figures dancing to the chimes of its Glockenspiel, and Hofbräuhaus that temple to drinking and gorging.