Merkursäule, Historic column near Schillerplatz, Stuttgart, Germany
The Merkursäule stands 20 meters tall with an observation platform and features a golden statue of Mercury at its summit.
Built in 1598 as a water tower for the palace gardens, the column received its current golden Mercury statue during renovations in 1862.
The column represents Stuttgart's architectural heritage with its Ionic design and decorative capital created by artist Wendel Dietterlin.
Located between Schillerplatz and Planie in central Stuttgart, visitors can reach the monument at Schillerplatz 5, 70173.
The original Mercury statue was damaged during World War II and replaced with a bronze cast in 1995.
Location: Stuttgart
GPS coordinates: 48.77743,9.17901
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11
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