Doll fountain

The fountain of dolls is a very peculiar fountain in the center of Aachen. This is one of the most original monuments of the city, of interest to all age categories. Founded in 1975, the monument continues to delight guests and residents of Aachen with its mysterious appearance.

The sculptures that adorn the fountain were chosen for a reason. Each of them has a certain meaning, one way or another connected with the history of the city. For example, the figure of a Roman - evidence of Roman rule horse and knight - equestrian tournaments, very popular to this day doll - textile industry trader - a symbol of the rapid development of free trade in the past figures of Harlequin and professor - the development of education culture many masks - a hint of carnivals held in the city, and finally, the rooster at the very top of the statue - a symbol of twenty years of French rule of the city. A feature of bronze sculptures - each can change the position of the hands or feet.