Justitiabrunnen, Regensburg

Name: Justitiabrunnen
Address: Regensburg, Germany

#48 among attractions in Regensburg

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The Justitiabrunnen is a baroque splendor fountain in the center of the historic old town of Regensburg. It was created in 1656 by the sculptor Leoprand Hilmer in the course of the new construction of the city's water supply.

A public fountain was first built on Haidplatz in 1551. It was fed by a pipe leading into the city from the village of Dechbetten to the west. When these sources could no longer supply Regensburg's growing population in sufficient quantities, the council members decided to build a new well on Eisbuckel. With the new construction of the water pipes, the existing well on the central Haidplatz was replaced by a much larger and more magnificent one.

In the center of the octagonal basin stands on a stone pedestal a figure of Justitia, the personification of justice. Stretched upwards, she holds a sword in her right hand and a pair of scales in her left. The figure is surrounded by a wrought-iron grille with ornamental motifs from 1592, which is placed on the edge of the basin.

Until the second half of the 19th century, the Justitiabrunnen was supplied with water via the baroque pipe from the Eisbuckel. It was not until the construction of the waterworks in 1875 that a modern water supply was established.

Coordinates: 49°1'11"N, 12°5'35"E

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Justitiabrunnen?

Nearby attractions include Haidplatz, Regensburg (1 min walk), Thon-Dittmer-Palais, Regensburg (1 min walk), document Neupfarrplatz, Regensburg (3 min walk), Old Town Hall, Regensburg (3 min walk).

How to get to Justitiabrunnen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Justitiabrunnen:

Bus

Haidplatz • Lines: A (1 min walk)
Gutenbergplatz • Lines: A (3 min walk)

Train

Regensburg Hauptbahnhof (16 min walk)