Leopoldinenbrunnen, Admont

The Leopoldinenbrunnen stands in the heart of Admont, a market town in the Liezen district of Styria. It occupies a small square called Dr.-Genger-Platz, just south of the former home of Max Gerstle, a prominent industrialist and imperial councillor from Vienna. The fountain itself is carved from white marble and dates from 1892. It was commissioned by Gerstle as a tribute to his wife, Leopoldine. Local stonemason Antonio Franz built the structure, while the stonework was supplied by the firm Grein in Graz. The monument is protected under Austrian heritage law and remains a quiet focal point in the town centre. Its clean lines and polished marble contrast with the older buildings around it. The inscription on the plinth names Leopoldine Gerstle and records the year of dedication. Visitors often pause here while walking between the main square and the nearby shops. The square itself is small and paved, with benches placed around the fountain. It is surrounded by modest 19th-century houses, including the former Gerstle Villa. The fountain’s gentle flow and the play of light on the marble make it a peaceful spot in all seasons.