Mosesbrunnen, Historic fountain in Münsterplatz, Switzerland.
The Moses Fountain features a stone and metal statue depicting Moses holding the tablets of the Ten Commandments in the cathedral square.
The initial structure from 1544 underwent complete reconstruction between 1790 and 1791 by Niklaus Sprüngli following storm damage.
The statue portrays Moses with rays of light emerging from his head, referencing the biblical passage of his encounter with God.
This public fountain, maintained by Energie Wasser Bern, provides free drinking water to residents and visitors throughout the year.
The Louis XVI basin incorporates rococo elements while maintaining a classical appearance characteristic of Bernese fountains.
Location: Bern
Inception: 1791
Creator: Niklaus Sprüngli
Elevation above the sea: 536.5 m
Made from material: stone, metal
Operator: Energie Wasser Bern
Part of: Fountains in Bern, Public art works in Bern, list of cultural properties in Bern / Inner City (East), Old City of Bern
Address: Münsterplatz 12, 3011 Bern 3011
GPS coordinates: 46.94741,7.45057
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:18
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