Lion Fountain

The Lion Fountain, a symbol of Aubagne

The Lion Fountain stands on a small square that bears the same name, in the heart of Aubagne. The Aubagne audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this historic fountain, whose lion has become a symbol of the city.

A fountain from 1682

The Lion Fountain dates back to 1682. Originally backed against a wall, it took its place on this small square created in 1864, where the stone lion rests on a coat of arms. A strong symbol of Aubagne, the lion is associated with the history and the identity of the city. The fountain, a witness of the old urban heritage, is one of the familiar landmarks of the centre.

What to see

You admire the Lion Fountain and its stone lion, on the small square of the same name, in the heart of Aubagne. A symbol of the city, the fountain is a landmark appreciated by the inhabitants. It is a charming stop, during a walk in the old centre, to discover the urban heritage of the city.

Practical information

The Lion Fountain lies on the Place du Lion, in the heart of Aubagne, reachable on foot. It is an open-air element, freely visible at all times, with no ticket office, and on the level. The place is discovered during a walk in the old centre.

From when does the Lion Fountain of Aubagne date?

It dates back to 1682; the stone lion, a symbol of Aubagne, took its place on the square created in 1864, where it rests on a coat of arms.

Where is the Lion Fountain?

On the Place du Lion, in the heart of the old centre of Aubagne.