The mirror fountain, created by Heiligenstadt's graduate sculptor Werner Löwe, can be found at Heiligenstadt's Wilhelm in the pedestrian zone, in front of the building of the former district court. The details of the bronze group of figures, which represent human characteristics, are mentioned here; such as the old man with the fat belly, whose trousers no longer fit because of sheer gluttony and who is holding a beer mug in his right hand, or the lady who looks into a mirror with her head held high. "She is supposed to represent vanity".

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March 29, 2025

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If you wander through the pedestrian zone in Heiligenstadt, you'll inevitably come across the Mirror Fountain. Artist Werner Löwe "reflects" human virtues and vices here. Take a close look; there's a great chance you'll recognize yourself (again).

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May 7, 2025

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A beautifully designed fountain, next to a remarkable house entrance.

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2. Duck Pond with Fountain – Kurpark Pond with Fountain loop from Heilbad Heiligenstadt

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3. Philosophenweg – View from the Elisabethhöhe loop from Heilbad Heiligenstadt

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Location: Heilbad Heiligenstadt, Landkreis Eichsfeld, Thuringia, Germany

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