Sergelfontänen, Public fountain at Sergels torg, Stockholm, Sweden
Sergelfontänen is a public fountain at Sergels torg in Stockholm featuring a superelliptical basin with 64 glass openings. These openings allow visitors to observe the water patterns from the underground Sergelarkaden passage below.
The fountain was inaugurated in 1968 as part of the Norrmalmsregleringen urban renewal project that transformed central Stockholm. Architect Reneé Gronvald designed it during this period of urban modernization in the 1960s.
The central glass obelisk was created in 1974 by sculptor Edvin Öhrström and demonstrates modern Swedish design principles in public spaces. This artwork shapes how people experience the square and serves as a visual landmark for both visitors and locals.
The fountain sits in a central location connecting major shopping districts, cultural venues, and Stockholm's main pedestrian street Drottninggatan. It serves as a natural gathering point for both locals and visitors in the heart of the city.
During winter months the water feature is deactivated and replaced with electric light installations to maintain the fountain's visual presence. These seasonal lighting installations give the square an entirely different appearance.
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