Wander through The Streets and Fountains of Aix en Provence

The ancient town of Aix en Provence is called the City of a Thousand Fountains. There are fountains of all shapes and sizes, built by many famous sculptors in different centuries. Enjoy them as you stroll up and down this charming town’s narrow cobblestoned streets lined by cafes, artisanal shops and restaurants.

Start your exploration from the Cours Mirabeau. At the bottom of this magnificent boulevard, on the great Rotonde square, you will see the city's most imposing fountain, dating back to 1860. The Fountain of the Nine Cannons created by Laurent Vallon was used by herds of cows to drink while migrating.

The famous moss-covered Fountain of Hot Water runs hot waters from the local Bagniers spring. The Fountain of the Four Dolphins created Jean-Claude Rambot in 1667 in the Mazarin quarter is one of the oldest. The fountains are very much part of the city’s identity, but also a great places to cool off during the hot summer days.