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Famous Ancient Fountains in Bern, Switzerland

A series of eleven 16th century fountains with colourful figures are landmarks of the medieval downtown of Bern, Switzerland's capital. Photographs of eight of these fountains are presented here.

Chindlifresserbrunnen [Ogre fountain]	Schützenbrunnen [marksman fountain]	Pfeiferbrunnen [Piper fountain]
Läuferbrunnen [messenger fountain]	Schützenbrunnen [marksman fountain]	Vennerbrunnen [standard-bearer fountain]
Mosesbrunnen	Anna Seiler Brunnen	Ryfflibrunnen

Of course there are dozens of other fountains. Two of these are shown here as well: the fountain at the bear pit and the modern Meret-Oppenheim fountain. The double helical line of water and vegetation of the latter symbolizes the tension between urbanity and nature. It was designed by Bernese artist Meret Oppenheim (1913 - 1985) and erected in 1983.

fountain at the bear pit

Meret-Oppenheim-Brunnen

Bern Tourist Office

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