Wiener Wasserwelt, Water well system in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus district, Vienna, Austria
Wiener Wasserwelt is an art project featuring water fountains and sculptures stretching from Meiselmarkt along Meiselstraße to Kardinal-Rauscher-Platz. The system connects multiple artistic installations into a cohesive landscape within the public space.
The project emerged in the 1990s as part of the U3 subway extension and resulted from collaboration between architects and visual artists. The installation was later renovated and partially redesigned to create new seating and green spaces.
The name comes from the water fountains and installations that define the streetscape and bring neighbors together. These elements create outdoor meeting points where people gather and watch the water features in action.
The area is easy to explore on foot along the street and can be visited from multiple starting points. The water features are best viewed on sunny days when light plays across the fountains.
One of the most notable works is the Lebensbaum, a sculpture featuring integrated solar panels that generate electricity. This combination of water art and renewable energy technology sets the project apart from typical public art installations.
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