Wehrhafter Schmied, Bronze fountain in Jakobstraße, Aachen, Germany.
The fountain features a large bronze figure of a blacksmith holding a hammer, standing on a pedestal with water flowing from multiple spouts.
Created in 1909 by sculptor Carl Burger and cast by Bernhard Förster, the monument commemorates a blacksmith who defended Aachen against Count Wilhelm IV in 1278.
The fountain symbolizes the independence and determination of Aachen citizens through the representation of a local craftsman who protected the city.
Located at the intersection of Jakobstraße and Klappergasse, the fountain stands near the Kind-Jesu Chapel and remains accessible throughout the year.
The bronze figure survived both World Wars and temporarily served as a sentinel at the Talbot wagon factory on Jülicher Street during its displacement.
Location: Aachen
Accessibility: Accessibile in sedia a rotelle
GPS coordinates: 50.77491,6.08067
Latest update: March 15, 2025 02:46
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