Läuferbrunnen, Bern

From east to west, the first fountain you will encounter is the Läuferbrunnen near Nydegg Church on Nydeggstalden. The trough was built in 1824, but the figure dates from 1545. "The Runner" has moved several times since it was first created. Until 1663 it was known as the Brunnen beim unteren Tor, or Fountain by the Lower Gate, because of its location. Originally the Läuferbrunnen had an octagonal trough, which was later replaced with a rectangular trough. The original round column was replaced with the current square limestone pillar in the 18th or 19th century.

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Sight Name: Läuferbrunnen
Sight Location: Bern, Switzerland (See walking tours in Bern)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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