Gerechtigkeitsbrunnen

Frankfurt am Main


Located in the centre of the Römerberg, this bronze fountain depicts the goddess Justitia holding up scales and a sword. The first fountain was inaugurated in 1543, with several replacements over the years. In 1612, at the coronation of Matthias, the fountain ran with wine.

Transportation

  • ubahn: Dom|Römer

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