Fontanna Prozerpiny, Poznań

Name: Fontanna Prozerpiny
Address: Old Town Market, Poznań, 61-160, Poland

#134 among attractions in Poznań

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Proserpine Fountain - one of four fountains in the Old Market Square in Poznań, located in front of the Town Hall.

The first mention of wells in the Old Market comes from 1568, when the sculptor Michel Fleischer from Legnica ordered wooden figures of a lion and a deer for the well in front of the town hall and the tenement house no. 54. These figures were replaced in 1615 by statues of Apollo, Jupiter, Mars and Neptune, made by the sculptor Christopher Redll. In 1758 the city councillors commissioned Augustyn Schöps to build a fountain. The fountain was completed in 1766. Augustyn Schöps made it from sandstone in the Baroque style, referring to Greek mythology. The sculpture illustrates the scene of Proserpine's abduction by the ruler of the underworld. The four reliefs on the walls of the pool represent the elements: fire, air, water and earth, accompanied by the coat of arms of the city.

The fountain was restored in the 1990s.

On May 15, 2010 it was damaged by the fans of Lech Poznan celebrating the title of Polish Champion. After a month it was restored. Funds for the repair were collected by the fans themselves.

See also the other three Old Town fountains:

Apollo Fountain, Mars Fountain, Neptune Fountain

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°24'31"N, 16°56'4"E

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Old Town MarketStare MiastoPoznań 61-160 Poland

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Fontanna Prozerpiny – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fara Church, City Hall, Museum of Applied Arts, Poznań Croissant Museum.

~660 ftS
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Fara Church, Poznań
4 min walk • Fara Church, officially known as the Parish Church of St. Stanislaus (also referred to as Poznań Fara or simply Fara), is a notable historical and religious landmark in the heart of Poznań, Poland. A masterpiece of Baroque architecture, the church stands out with its...
~90 ftW
City hall, Museum, Historical place
City Hall, Poznań
1 min walk • Poznań City Hall, an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Poznań's Old Market Square, is a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This Renaissance masterpiece, originally built in the 13th century and later reconstructed by the Italian...
~750 ftW
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Applied Arts, Poznań
4 min walk • The Museum of Applied Arts in Poznań stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry, nestled within the picturesque landscape of western Poland. As a beacon of creativity and design, this museum, with its focus on applied arts, showcases an impressive...
~160 ftSE
Museum
Poznań Croissant Museum, Poznań
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the city of Poznań, Poland, lies a unique cultural gem: the Poznań Croissant Museum. This delightful museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the tradition of making St. Martin's croissants, a local delicacy that holds a special place...
~750 ftE
Museum
Wielkopolska Museum of Independence, Poznań
4 min walk • The Wielkopolska Museum of Independence stands as a beacon of Polish historical pride in the heart of Poznań, Poland. This museum, nestled in the storied landscape of Wielkopolska, or Greater Poland, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the region's rich history...
~80 ftS
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Pillory, Poznań
1 min walk • The Pillory in Poznań, Poland, is a significant historical monument that stands as a testament to the city's medieval past. Located in the Old Market Square, this stone structure dates back to the 16th century and was originally used as a place of public humiliation...
~880 ftS
Church
Poznań Fara, Poznań
5 min walk • The Poznań Fara, formally known as the Parish Church of St. Stanislaus (Fara Poznańska), is one of the most splendid Baroque churches in Poland, located in the heart of Poznań. Built in the 17th century, this architectural masterpiece was part of the former Jesuit...
~780 ftW
Reconstructed 13th-century castle
Royal Castle, Poznań
4 min walk • The Royal Castle in Poznań is a historical edifice that stands as a testament to the city's regal past. Located in the heart of Poznań, Poland, this castle is a significant cultural landmark and a prime example of medieval architecture in the region.
~170 ftS
Historical landmark
Merchants' Houses, Poznań
1 min walk • Budnicze Houses - located south of the town hall, a group of three- or four-story narrow townhouses dating from the first half of the 16th century.
~470 ftW
Palace, Baroque architecture
Działyński Palace, Poznań
3 min walk • Działyński Palace in Poznań, Poland is a Baroque palace built in 1773 - 1776. The building features a rich stucco-decorated interior of its "Red Hall" and a classicist façade decorated with sculptures. The palace serves as one of the locations of Kórnik Library today.
~350 ftE
52°24'31"N • 16°56'10"E
Dalineum, Poznań
2 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Art museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fontanna Prozerpiny?

Nearby attractions include Pillory, Poznań (1 min walk), Muzeum Historii Miasta Poznania, Poznań (1 min walk), City Hall, Poznań (1 min walk), Antyki Horn, Poznań (1 min walk).

How to get to Fontanna Prozerpiny by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fontanna Prozerpiny:

Bus

Wielka • Lines: 174, 176, 190, 221, 603 (5 min walk)
Grobla • Lines: 174, 176, 190, 221, 603 (5 min walk)

Tram

Pl. Wielkopolski • Lines: , 13, 16, 17, 201, 202, 3, 36, 8, 99 (5 min walk)
Małe Garbary • Lines: 13, 16, 17, 201, 202, 3, 8 (5 min walk)

Light rail

Poznań Garbary • Lines: Pkm2, Pkm3 (15 min walk)
Poznań Główny • Lines: Pkm2, Pkm3, Pkm4 (27 min walk)

Train

Maltanka (25 min walk)
Poznań Main Station (28 min walk)