Saint-Pierre Cemetery, Aix-en-Provence

#39 among attractions in Aix-en-Provence

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Facts and practical information

The Saint-Pierre Cemetery is a cemetery in Aix-en-Provence. It is home to the burials of many renowned painters and sculptors. ()

Local name: Cimetière Saint-Pierre Established: 1824 (200 years ago)Coordinates: 43°31'27"N, 5°27'34"E

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Avenue des Déportés de la Résistance AixoiseCouronne Urbaine (Couronne Est)Aix-en-Provence France

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Day trips

Saint-Pierre Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grand Théâtre de Provence, Église Saint-Jean-de-Malte, Musée Granet, St. Magdalene Church.

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Concerts and shows, Theater, Opera
Grand Théâtre de Provence, Aix-en-Provence
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~1910 ftW
Gothic church with historic paintings
Église Saint-Jean-de-Malte, Aix-en-Provence
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~1870 ftW
Artworks from 15th to 19th centuries
Musée Granet, Aix-en-Provence
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Paul Cézanne, Church
St. Magdalene Church, Aix-en-Provence
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0.5 miW
Vernacular architecture, Memorial
Hôtel Maurel de Pontevès, Aix-en-Provence
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0.5 miW
Vernacular architecture, Museum, Art museum
Hôtel de Caumont, Aix-en-Provence
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0.5 miW
Vernacular architecture, Memorial
Hôtel de Suffren, Aix-en-Provence
13 min walk • Hôtel de Suffren, located in the heart of the picturesque city of Aix-en-Provence in France, is a place full of history and charm. It is here, surrounded by narrow, cobblestone streets and baroque fountains, that this unique memorial site is situated, earning the...
0.5 miNW
Fountain
Fontaine du Roi René, Aix-en-Provence
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0.4 miNW
Church
Chapelle des Oblats, Aix-en-Provence
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0.6 miW
Fountain
Fontaine des Neuf-Canons, Aix-en-Provence
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Aix-en-Provence, the Fontaine des Neuf-Canons is an emblematic feature of the city's architectural and cultural heritage. This historic fountain, dating back to the 17th century, is not only a source of fresh water but also a symbol of...
0.7 miNW
Market, Shopping, Historical place
Halle de Grains, Aix-en-Provence
18 min walk • La Halle aux Grains is a building located in Aix-en-Provence, in France.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Saint-Pierre Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Granet XXème - Collection Planque, Aix-en-Provence (8 min walk), Hôtel de Grimaldi-Régusse, Aix-en-Provence (9 min walk), Musée Granet, Aix-en-Provence (10 min walk), Église Saint-Jean-de-Malte, Aix-en-Provence (10 min walk).

How to get to Saint-Pierre Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saint-Pierre Cemetery:

Bus

Cimetière Saint-Pierre • Lines: M1, M3 (3 min walk)
Parking Carcassonne • Lines: M1, M3 (3 min walk)

Train

Aix-en-Provence (19 min walk)