Wurmeck, Bronze dragon sculpture at New Town Hall in Munich, Germany
The Wurmeck features a large bronze dragon sculpture mounted on the corner of the New Town Hall, depicting a mythical lindworm creature in Gothic style.
Built in 1906, the Wurmeck dragon represents a medieval legend about a creature that spread the Black Death through Munich during the Middle Ages.
The dragon statue embodies local folklore through reliefs that tell stories of citizens fighting against the monster, symbolizing Munich's resilience during difficult times.
Visitors can find the Wurmeck at the corner of the New Town Hall in Marienplatz, which serves as Munich's central square and transportation hub.
Three distinguished artists, Anton Kaindl, Jakob Bradl, and Franz Bernauer, collaborated to create this bronze masterwork that watches over Marienplatz.
Location: Altstadt-Lehel
Creator: Anton Kaindl, Jakob Bradl, Franz Bernauer
Part of: New Town Hall (Munich)
GPS coordinates: 48.13750,11.57510
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:39
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