Fontanna Lwów, Poznań

Name: Fontanna Lwów
Address: Poznań, Poland

#182 among attractions in Poznań

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Facts and practical information

Lion Fountain - a fountain located in Poznań, in the Rose Courtyard of the Imperial Castle.

Both the Courtyard and the fountain are modeled on the 13th century Lions' Courtyard at the Alhambra Palace in Spanish Granada. The whole establishment was created together with the Castle by 1910 and is an element of the Imperial Quarter.

The fountain consists of two bowls - the water flows from the upper one to the lower one, supported by figures of eight lions. The location of the fountain in the corner of the courtyard allowed for optimal use of the rest of its space during various celebrations. The whole is an example of transplanting the Neo-Mauritanian style to Central Europe.

During the communist era the surroundings of the fountain were very neglected, e.g. bus garages were located here. Later, the area was revitalized. In the immediate vicinity, there are 5 Figures by Magdalena Abakanowicz and the Katyn Monument.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°24'31"N, 16°55'10"E

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Stare MiastoPoznań Poland

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

Nearby attractions include: Poznań Philharmonic, Grand Theatre, Imperial Castle, Polish Theatre.

~800 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Poznań Philharmonic, Poznań
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~700 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Opera
Grand Theatre, Poznań
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~260 ftSW
Neo-Romanesque palace with tours and pubs
Imperial Castle, Poznań
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~960 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Polish Theatre, Poznań
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~350 ftS
Museum
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~370 ftS
Museum
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~1830 ftW
Skyscraper
Bałtyk, Poznań
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0.4 miE
Library
Raczyński Library, Poznań
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~890 ftW
Universities and schools
Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poznań
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~400 ftS
Park
Pomnik Adama Mickiewicza, Poznań
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~190 ftNW
Park
Ogród Zamkowy im. Ofiar Katynia i Sybiru, Poznań
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fontanna Lwów?

Nearby attractions include Ławeczka Józefa Kostrzewskiego, Poznań (1 min walk), Ogród Zamkowy im. Ofiar Katynia i Sybiru, Poznań (1 min walk), Ogród Zamkowy, Poznań (2 min walk), Imperial Castle, Poznań (2 min walk).

How to get to Fontanna Lwów by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fontanna Lwów:

Tram

Fredry • Lines: , 16, 17, 3, 36, 8, 99 (2 min walk)
Zamek • Lines: 13, 201, 202 (3 min walk)

Bus

Zamek • Lines: 163, 168, 169, 171, 215, 231, (N) 232 (3 min walk)
Towarowa • Lines: 171, 215, (N) 232 (5 min walk)

Light rail

Poznań Główny • Lines: Pkm2, Pkm3, Pkm4 (15 min walk)
Poznań Garbary • Lines: Pkm2, Pkm3 (24 min walk)

Train

Poznań Main Station (15 min walk)