Neptunbrunnen, Baroque fountain in Schönbrunn Palace, Austria
The Neptune Fountain features a central statue of Neptune in a shell chariot, surrounded by nymphs, sea gods, and mythological creatures in white marble.
Johann Ferdinand von Hohenberg designed this fountain in 1778 as part of the garden modifications commissioned by Empress Maria Theresa for Schönbrunn Palace.
The fountain depicts Neptune controlling the seas with his trident, while Thetis requests protection for her son Achilles's journey to Troy.
The fountain operates from April through October between 11 AM and 3 PM, with water cascading down multiple levels into a large stone basin.
The semi-oval plinth structure interrupts the curved retaining wall, creating a natural rocky landscape where the maritime figures emerge from the stone.
Location: Vienna
Inception: 1778
Architects: Johann Ferdinand von Hohenberg
Architectural style: Baroque
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
GPS coordinates: 48.18127,16.31033
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:18
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