Tinguely Fountain
Fasnachtsbrunnen
Ten moving, water-spouting mechanical sculptures on Theaterplatz. Tinguely recreated the stage of the old city theater from scrap metal, making it the most cheerful fountain in the city.
The Tinguely Fountain was built in 1977 in front of Basel's Theater. Its site was once the stage of the old city theater. The artist Jean Tinguely created ten mechanical sculptures from discarded metal that constantly sway and spray water, as if performing in a pool. Viewing the fountain is free, and steps around it are good for sitting and resting. In deep winter, the water spray freezes into icicles, which adds its own charm. It is a few minutes' walk from Barfüsserplatz and the Museum of Fine Arts, and can be combined with a visit to the Museum Tinguely to learn more about the artist.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Historical Museum Basel – Barfüsserkirche
- Basel Christmas Market
- Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel
- Antikenmuseum Basel
- Basel Minster
- Museum der Kulturen Basel
- Kunstmuseum Basel
- Natural History Museum Basel