Obelisk Fountain: A Habsburg Power Statement
A monumental fountain in Schönbrunn Palace gardens featuring an obelisk adorned with symbolic sculptures, reflecting Habsburg power and artistic ambition.
Located in Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace gardens, the Obelisk Fountain, designed in 1777 by Johann Ferdinand Hetzendorf von Hohenberg, features a symbolic obelisk adorned with faux-hieroglyphs and sculptures of river gods, expressing the Habsburg dynasty's power and dominion.
A brief summary to Obelisk Fountain
- Sp-Turn Union 26, Vienna, Hietzing, 1130, AT
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- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning for a quieter experience and optimal lighting for photography.
- Take a walk around the fountain to appreciate the intricate details of the sculptures.
- Combine your visit with a tour of Schönbrunn Palace for a full day of imperial history.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Schönbrunn Palace main entrance, walk straight along the main pathway leading towards the gardens. Continue walking straight, and you will see the Obelisk Fountain located to the right in the gardens. The fountain is a prominent feature and difficult to miss.
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Public Transport
Take the U4 metro line to the Schönbrunn station. Exit the station and walk towards the Schönbrunn Palace gardens. Follow the main pathway leading towards the gardens. Continue walking straight, and you will see the Obelisk Fountain located to the right in the gardens. A single metro ticket costs approximately €2.40.
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Driving
Drive to Schönbrunn Palace and park in the parking area on Schönbrunner Schloßstraße. Parking is available on Schönbrunner Schloßstraße, on the opposite site of the Orangerie and the Apothekertrakt respectively, in the APOCA parking lot. From the parking area, walk to the Schönbrunn Palace gardens. Follow the main pathway leading towards the gardens. Continue walking straight, and you will see the Obelisk Fountain located to the right in the gardens. Parking costs €4.50 per hour.
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