Fritschi Fountain

The Brother Fritschi Fountain, in Lucerne

The Brother Fritschi Fountain is a picturesque fountain of the old town of Lucerne, linked to the famous carnival. The Lucerne audio-guided tour stops here, near Saint Peter's Chapel, to evoke this emblematic figure of the festivities of the city.

A figure of the Lucerne carnival

On arriving in front of Saint Peter's Chapel, you discover the Brother Fritschi Fountain. Brother Fritschi is a legendary and emblematic figure of the carnival of Lucerne, one of the most famous of Switzerland, which animates the city every year with its costumed processions and its music. The fountain, adorned with his character, pays tribute to this festive tradition deeply rooted in the Lucerne identity and recalls the joyful spirit of the carnival.

What to see

You admire the fountain adorned with the character of Brother Fritschi, an emblematic figure of the carnival of Lucerne, near Saint Peter's Chapel. The fountain pays tribute to the festive tradition of the city. It is a picturesque stop, to be explored on foot in the old town.

Practical information

The Brother Fritschi Fountain lies near Saint Peter's Chapel, in the heart of the old town of Lucerne, reachable on foot. It is a public element in the open air, freely visible at all times from the public space. You discover it during a walk in the old town.

Who is Brother Fritschi in Lucerne?

A legendary and emblematic figure of the carnival of Lucerne, one of the most famous of Switzerland; a fountain of the old town pays tribute to him.

Where is the Brother Fritschi Fountain?

Near Saint Peter's Chapel, in the heart of the old town of Lucerne.