Möschebrunnen: Aachen's Sparrow Fountain
Aachen's delightful Sparrow Fountain: quench your thirst and admire Bonifatius Stirnberg's bronze sparrows on historic Münsterplatz.
The Möschebrunnen, or Sparrow Fountain, is a charming bronze fountain created in 1978 by Bonifatius Stirnberg. Located on Münsterplatz in Aachen, Germany, it's a beloved spot where visitors can enjoy a refreshing drink of water dispensed at the push of a button.
A brief summary to Möschebrunnen, Aachen - Bonifatius Stirnberg (1978)
- Münsterpl. 28, Aachen, 52062, DE
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting for photographs.
- Bring a refillable water bottle to enjoy the fresh drinking water.
- Take a moment to appreciate the intricate details of the bronze sparrows.
Getting There
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Walking
The Möschebrunnen is located on Münsterplatz, next to the Aachen Cathedral. From the Markt, walk east towards the cathedral. Münsterplatz will be on your left. The fountain is easily accessible on foot as it is in the city center.
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Public Transport
From Aachen Hauptbahnhof (main train station), take bus lines 4, 25, 35, 45, 46, 51, 55, 59, 14, or 186 to the Bushof stop. From there, walk approximately 5 minutes to Münsterplatz and the Möschebrunnen. A single bus fare is approximately €2.80.
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Parking
If arriving by car, parking is available at the Parkhaus am Dom on Jesuitenstraße. From the parking garage, it is a short walk to Münsterplatz. Parking rates at Parkhaus am Dom are approximately €2.50 per hour.
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