Fastnachtsbrunnen

The Fastnachtsbrunnen rises nine meters high and features over 200 bronze figures depicting carnival characters, mythological beings, and local personalities.

The fountain was commissioned in 1963 by the Eckes beverage company and unveiled in 1967 to enhance the cityscape after wartime destruction.

The fountain displays numerous carnival figures including Till Eulenspiegel, Father Rhine, and the city goddess Moguntia, representing Mainz traditions.

Visitors can access the fountain via wheelchair and use its surroundings to rest on benches while observing the detailed bronze sculptures.

The fountain includes a figure riding backward on a donkey, depicting a medieval punishment for men who allowed their wives to beat them.

Location: Mainz

Inception: January 1, 1967

Accessibility: Acessível para cadeira de rodas

Made from material: bronze

Operator: Stadt Mainz

GPS coordinates: 49.99800,8.26806

Latest update: May 19, 2025 06:14