Schwarzer Brunnen

Schwarzer Brunnen is a cast-iron monument located at the intersection of Georgenstraße, Alexanderstraße, and Wydenbrugk-Straße in Eisenach. The structure consists of a stone column decorated with iron spheres and sits on a stepped platform that adjusts for the varying elevation levels of the surrounding streets.

The monument was erected following a catastrophic accident in 1810 when ammunition wagons exploded during the French occupation, claiming many lives. This tragic event left deep scars on the city and led to the construction of this memorial as a lasting reminder.

The fountain marks a place where the city holds annual remembrance ceremonies honoring what took place here. Visitors encounter a location that serves as a significant memorial space for the community.

The monument sits at a central street intersection that is easy to reach on foot and visible from multiple important streets. The site is openly accessible, and the designed surface allows visitors to approach it comfortably from all directions.

A person in high office offered financial support to the city following this tragedy, reflecting the international response to such disasters of that era. This gesture helped the local community recover and create this important site.

Location: Eisenach

GPS coordinates: 50.97560,10.31740

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:27