Carnot Square

Place Carnot, the oldest square of Aix-les-Bains

Place Carnot is the oldest square of Aix-les-Bains. This vast paved esplanade hides more secrets than it seems: it is here that the history of the city began. The Aix-les-Bains audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this founding place, in the heart of the historic centre.

The birthplace of the city

From the Middle Ages, Place Carnot was the heart of Aix-les-Bains, where the life of the city was concentrated. It is on this esplanade that the history of the city began, around which it gradually developed. Vast and paved, lined with old buildings, it keeps an authentic atmosphere and remains a central meeting place for the inhabitants.

What to see

Here you enjoy the paved esplanade, the old façades and the atmosphere of the historic centre, a stone's throw from the great monuments. The square hosts markets and activities that make it a place of life. It is a stop to understand the origins of Aix-les-Bains and stroll in the heart of the old town.

Practical information

Place Carnot lies in the heart of the historic centre of Aix-les-Bains, reachable on foot. It is a public space open at all times, freely accessible and on the level. The shops and terraces around have their own hours; markets and activities are held there regularly, to be checked on site.

Why is Place Carnot important in Aix-les-Bains?

Because it is the oldest square of the city, where the history of Aix-les-Bains began in the Middle Ages.

What is there to do on Place Carnot?

Enjoy the paved esplanade, the terraces and the markets, and stroll in the heart of the historic centre of Aix-les-Bains.