Schützenbrunnen, Renaissance fountain in Marktgasse, Bern, Switzerland.
The fountain features a statue of an armored marksman holding a banner, with a small bear positioned between his legs aiming a rifle.
Hans Gieng created this stone fountain in 1543 to replace an earlier wooden structure, marking the entrance of the Marksmen's Association in Bern.
The fountain represents the strong connection between marksmen traditions and civic life in Bern through its detailed sculptural elements and symbolic imagery.
Located near the Zytglogge Clock Tower, the fountain continues to supply fresh drinking water while serving as a meeting point in the city center.
The statue includes an unusual detail where a small bear holds a rifle between the legs of the main figure, reflecting local military traditions.
Location: Bern
Inception: 1543
Creator: Hans Gieng
Elevation above the sea: 541 m
Made from material: stone, metal
Part of: Fountains in Bern, Public art works in Bern, list of cultural properties in Bern / Inner City (West), Old City of Bern
Address: vor Marktgasse 16, 3011 Bern
GPS coordinates: 46.94791,7.44642
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:19
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