Kaiserbrunnen am Mainzer Tor, Decorative fountain at Mainzer Tor, Kaiserslautern, Germany.
The Kaiserbrunnen am Mainzer Tor is a circular artwork made of bronze and sandstone with about 12 meters in diameter and 5 meters in height. Its surface is decorated with numerous sculptures and motifs representing different aspects of the city.
The fountain was built in 1987 and features busts of Emperor Frederick Barbarossa and King Rudolf von Habsburg. These figures reference the medieval imperial connections that gave the city its name.
The fountain displays the fish from the city's coat of arms, stylized Elwedritsche creatures, and industrial symbols. These elements tell visitors what makes Kaiserslautern distinctive and how the city sees itself.
The fountain is located at the corner of the pedestrian zone near the Theodor-Zink-Museum and is easy to reach. Parking is available nearby on Schanzstrasse, making a visit convenient.
The fountain design incorporates a signed football by Fritz Walter, Opel motors, and Pfaff sewing machines. These objects serve as reminders of the sporting spirit and industrial heritage that shaped city life for generations.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
