WM-Brunnen, Public fountain in Trudering-Riem, Germany.
The WM-Brunnen is a public drinking fountain in Munich's Trudering-Riem neighborhood, made from Tittlinger Granite and Impala natural stone. The structure weighs about 11 tonnes and combines the practical function of providing fresh water with a design tied to football heritage.
The fountain opened on May 12, 2006, during Germany's preparations for the World Cup tournament. Football legend Franz Beckenbauer attended the opening ceremony, giving the inauguration special significance.
The fountain's design features the Adidas Teamgeist football pattern from the 2006 World Cup, making it a visible reminder of that sporting moment in German public space. Locals and visitors often notice this football motif when they stop for a drink.
The fountain serves as a drinking water point for residents and visitors in the neighborhood. It sits at a fixed location in Trudering-Riem, making it easy to find when walking through the area.
The fountain merges everyday water provision with a sports landmark in a way most public structures do not. Few drinking fountains worldwide were designed to celebrate a specific World Cup edition with such a visual statement.
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