Brunnen der Lebensfreude (Fountain of Joy of Life), Rostock
The "Fountain of Joy of Life" graces the University Square. This splendid fountain was brought to life through the collaborative efforts of Rostock's talented artists, Reinhard Dietrich and Jo Jastram, and was officially inaugurated on June 27, 1980.
The "Fountain of Joy of Life" has become an iconic landmark and serves as both an artistic expression and a symbol of the profound connections that bind humanity, animals, and water. Its design features groups of sculpted figures, a total of 26 bubbling water jets, and 18 enchanting fountains.
The fountain's name, "Joy of Life," suggests the exuberance and vitality that it brings to the University Square, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere for all who visit.
The "Fountain of Joy of Life" has become an iconic landmark and serves as both an artistic expression and a symbol of the profound connections that bind humanity, animals, and water. Its design features groups of sculpted figures, a total of 26 bubbling water jets, and 18 enchanting fountains.
The fountain's name, "Joy of Life," suggests the exuberance and vitality that it brings to the University Square, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere for all who visit.
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Sight Name: Brunnen der Lebensfreude (Fountain of Joy of Life)
Sight Location: Rostock, Germany (See walking tours in Rostock)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Rostock, Germany (See walking tours in Rostock)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Rostock, Germany
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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A mere 20-minute journey from the charming city of Rostock brings you to Warnemünde, a coastal town renowned for being a prominent stop for cruise ships. Remarkably, it stands as one of the most bustling cruise ports in all of Germany!
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles