Mossy Fountain

Interesting from a historical point of view and untraditionally beautiful

The mossy fountain on the Cours Mirabeau isn't particularly beautiful in the traditional sense like it's distant cousin the Fountaine de La Rotonde further down the boulevard. But it is interesting a...

unique fountain

unique fountain although not all surround the moss but still interesting. Not bad for visit as it stayed at town center

Hot spring fountain!

This fountain, one of many in Aix, is covered with moss, while the others are not. The reason is that this fountain is fed by a hot spring (I believe 24 degrees C) which allows the growth of the moss...

A special fountain

An impressive fountain in its simplicity yet grand enough not to be unnoticed. The plants growing on the stones render it quite unique.

On the main boulevard

Don't go out of your way to find it, but it is a fun fountain that you will probably pass 2/3 times visiting Aix, as it is in the centre.