Vienna

Fountain Albrechtsbrunnen

Albertinaplatz S, 1010 Wien, Austria

Description:

The Albrechtsbrunnen Fountain is a magnificent sculptural ensemble located in the historic center of the city. There is another name for the fountain - Danibius.

In the center of the fountain are two magnificent sculptures - Danibius and Vindobona, which symbolize the river Danube and the city of Vienna respectively.

Named such a magnificent and beautiful ensemble in honor of the Austrian Archduke Albert. The fountain was built in the 60s of the XVIII century. During the Second World War, it was badly damaged, then only partially restored.

Nowadays, the sculptural composition rises majestically in front of the Albertina Art Gallery (the former building of the opera of the same name).

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