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Hercules Fountain on Heidelberg's Market Square

Hercules Fountain on Heidelberg's Market Square

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Hercules Fountain on Heidelberg's Market Square

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Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Michael (Wasi)

December 23, 2024

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The fountain, which was donated in 1706 by Elector Johann Wilhelm of the Palatinate, is made of red sandstone and shows Hercules defeating the Nemean Lion. The base of the fountain is richly decorated and contains baroque elements that reflect the art and culture of that time.

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Basti läuft....

March 5, 2023

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A stone Hercules figure stands in the middle of a fountain on Heidelberg's market square in front of the town hall. It was created by the sculptor Heinrich Charrasky at the beginning of the 18th century.

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October 1, 2023

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Beautiful fountain in front of the town hall on the market square, lots of restaurants around it, it's nice to sit there, with a view of the castle or the Church of the Holy Spirit.. nice to linger..

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Elevation 160 m

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Tuesday 9 June

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