Fontaine Fossati, Marseille

Name: Fontaine Fossati
Address: Marseille, France

#109 among attractions in Marseille

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The Fossati fountain is a fountain of the 1st district of Marseille. It is the only fountain classified as a historical monument in Marseille.

Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 43°17'57"N, 5°22'50"E

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1er Arrondissement (Belsunce)Marseille France

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Fontaine Fossati – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Église Saint-Ferréol les Augustins, Porte d'Aix, Place Jean Jaurès, Église Saint-Cannat.

0.4 miSW
Church
Église Saint-Ferréol les Augustins, Marseille
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~1850 ftNW
Triumphal arch with bas relief scenes
Porte d'Aix, Marseille
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0.4 miSE
Shopping, Market
Place Jean Jaurès, Marseille
11 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Marseille, Place Jean Jaurès, also known as La Plaine to the locals, is a bustling hub of activity and a testament to the city's dynamic street culture. This lively square is not only a social gathering spot but also home to one of the...
~1920 ftW
Church, Baroque architecture
Église Saint-Cannat, Marseille
10 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Marseille, France, the Église Saint-Cannat stands as a testament to the city’s rich religious heritage. This church, characterized by its traditional Provençal Gothic architecture, serves as a beacon of tranquility amidst the...
~1410 ftSW
Museum, History museum
Marseille History Museum, Marseille
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Marseille, France, the Marseille History Museum (Musée d'Histoire de Marseille) stands as a testament to the city's rich and vibrant past. This cultural institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of France's oldest city...
~1600 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Église Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, Marseille
8 min walk • The Église Saint-Vincent-de-Paul is a Roman Catholic church in Marseille, France.
0.5 miSW
Ferris wheel
Grande Roue de Marseille, Marseille
13 min walk • Grande Roue de Marseille is a 55-meter tall Ferris wheel in Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is the second tallest Ferris wheel in France and has 42 gondola cabins.
0.5 miSW
Elegant venue for classical music
Opéra de Marseille, Marseille
12 min walk • The Opéra de Marseille, known today as the Opéra Municipal, is an opera company located in Marseille, France. In 1685, the city was the second in France after Bordeaux to have an opera house which was erected on a tennis court.
~1130 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Church
Couvent des Bernardines, Marseille
6 min walk • The Couvent des Bernardines is a historic building in the 1st arrondissement of Marseille, France. It was a Roman Catholic convent for the Bernardines from its construction in 1743 to the French Revolution. It has been home to a high school, the Lycée Thiers, since 1802. It has been a listed building since 1952.
0.6 miSW
Church
Notre-Dame de la Galline, Marseille
15 min walk • Notre-Dame de la Galline is a historic Roman Catholic chapel in the 16th arrondissement of Marseille, France. An ancient church was built in the 4th century, and subsequently rededicated in 1042.
~1250 ftW
Church, Architecture, Baroque architecture
Église Saint-Théodore, Marseille
7 min walk • The Église Saint-Théodore is a Roman Catholic church in Marseille, France.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fontaine Fossati?

Nearby attractions include Boulevard d'Athènes, Marseille (2 min walk), Or Thora Synagogue, Marseille (3 min walk), Mémorial de La Marseillaise, Marseille (4 min walk), Théâtre du Gymnase, Marseille (4 min walk).

How to get to Fontaine Fossati by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fontaine Fossati:

Bus

Gambetta Athènes • Lines: 509, 52 (2 min walk)
Dugommier Canebière • Lines: 81 (2 min walk)

Tram

Canebière-Garibaldi • Lines: T2 (3 min walk)
Noailles • Lines: T1 (5 min walk)

Metro

Noailles • Lines: M2 (5 min walk)
Saint-Charles • Lines: M1, M2 (6 min walk)

Train

Marseille-Saint-Charles (8 min walk)
Arenc-Euroméditerranée (30 min walk)

Ferry

Vieux Port • Lines: Fie, Nav1, Nav2 (12 min walk)
Hôtel de Ville • Lines: Ferry (15 min walk)