Vermählungsbrunnen
Buildings & Monuments
Downtown
Outdoors, History
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
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Vermählungsbrunnen
The Marriage Fountain
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Hoher Markt Vienna, 1010 |
+1 43 535 56 06 |
Description
Amidst the cars and horse-drawn carriages clogging the Hoher Markt stands Fischer von Erlach's Vermählungsbrunnen (Marriage Fountain), built between 1729-32 on the orders of Emperor Leopold I to give thanks for his son's, the future Josef I's, safe return from the Spanish Wars of Succession. Curiously enough it depicts the marriage of Mary and Josef, officiated by a high priest, flanked by Corinthian columns and topped with a gilded sunburst obviously the architect had an extremely fertile imagination.
Times & Dates
Notes: Hoher Markt is best visited during daylight hours.Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
U1, U3 Stephansdom
Best Modes of Transportation:
Subway
Parking Availability: Limited
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
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