Hofplein Fountain, Fountain at Hofplein, Rotterdam, Netherlands
The fountain features an octagonal basin surrounded by eight limestone animal sculptures and steel water lilies spraying water towards a central column.
Designed by architect J.R.A. Koops and sculptor Cor van Kralingen, the fountain was inaugurated in 1955 as a gift from shipping company Van Ommeren.
The fountain serves as a gathering point for celebrations, with its waters changing colors during special events and sports victories in Rotterdam.
The fountain operates through an underground technical system that manages water circulation, filtration, and remote-controlled color-changing lighting installations.
Eight limestone sculptures of water creatures, including crocodiles and snakes, function as drainage gutters while decorating the corners of the basin.
Location: Rotterdam
Inception: 1955
Creator: Cor van Kralingen
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Made from material: limestone
Address: Hofplein 2151, 3032 Rotterdam, Nederland
GPS coordinates: 51.92440,4.47774
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:16
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