St. Johanner Marktbrunnen

St. Johanner Marktbrunnen is a Baroque fountain with symmetrical design featuring a central obelisk adorned with vine ornaments and a crowning vase. Four masks direct water into outer basins below, with the entire structure resting on a three-step platform.

The fountain was built between 1759 and 1760 on the orders of Prince Wilhelm Heinrich, following designs by Ignatius Bischof and Friedrich Joachim Stengel. Since its creation, it has undergone seven renovations to preserve its Baroque appearance.

The fountain stands on a three-step platform that has long served as a gathering spot for public announcements and civic meetings. This central location ties the community to its tradition of shared public life.

The fountain sits centrally on St. Johanner Market and is easy to reach and view from various angles. Visitors can approach it from all sides to study the details of its Baroque ornamentation.

The fountain forms the apex of what is called the Stengelian Triangle, creating visual lines that connect the marketplace with Ludwigskirche and the nearby castle. This geometric arrangement quietly shapes the character of the old town.

Location: Saarbrücken

Inception: 1760

Creator: Friedrich Joachim Stengel, Johann Philipp Mihm

Address: St. Johanner Markt

GPS coordinates: 49.23267,6.99629

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09