Puppet Fountain - Free Audio Guide

Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Puppenbrunnen, Hof, Burtscheid, Aachen-Mitte, Aachen, Städteregion Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, 52062, Deutschland

Puppet Fountain, Aachen
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The Puppenbrunnen, located in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, is a unique bronze fountain created by sculptor Bonifatius Stirnberg and unveiled in 1975. This circular fountain features movable figures and masks that represent elements of Aachen's cultural and historical significance. One prominent figure is a rooster, symbolising the city's French occupation. Visitors are encouraged to interact with the fountain, making it a dynamic attraction. The Puppenbrunnen not only serves as a delightful artistic display but also as a point of connection to Aachen's heritage. It is situated on Krämerstraße, the thoroughfare linking the Cathedral and City Hall, making it easily accessible.