Ballhofbrunnen, Fountain at Ballhofplatz in Hannover, Germany.
This modern fountain features three hollow spheres made of copper and tombac that rotate continuously through a sophisticated hydraulic system set within a deep stone basin with surrounding seating areas.
Created in 1975 by Munich sculptor Helmut Otto Schön, the fountain was designed as a tribute to composer Carl Orff on the occasion of his eightieth birthday celebration.
The artwork represents a significant example of contemporary German public art, symbolizing the connection between modern sculptural design and classical musical heritage within Hannover's urban landscape.
Located centrally on Ballhofplatz in the Mitte district, the fountain operates year-round and provides Elbsandstone benches where visitors can sit and observe the water feature's continuous motion.
Known as an Aquamobile, this fountain distinguishes itself through its unique mechanism where water pumped upward creates gravitational flow that keeps three metallic spheres in perpetual rotating motion.
Location: Mitte
Inception: 1975
Creator: Helmut Otto Schön
Made from material: copper, tombac
Address: Knochenhauerstr. 28, 30159 Hannover, Germany
GPS coordinates: 52.37252,9.73278
Latest update: September 4, 2025 14:00
Hanover offers a wide range of sights that reflect the history, culture, and architecture of the capital of Lower Saxony. The city is home to several important museums, including the State Museum with collections on art and natural history, and the Sprengel Museum for modern art. Historic buildings such as the New Town Hall with its large dome and the medieval Market Church shape the cityscape. The Herrenhausen Gardens rank among the most important Baroque garden complexes in Europe and extend over a large area in the northern part of the city. The Maschsee, an artificial lake created in the 1930s, serves as a recreational area. Other attractions include the reconstructed Leibniz House, the Aegidien Church as a war memorial, and the historic Red Thread that guides visitors to the main points of the Old Town.
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