Fontaine des Lions, Clermont-Ferrand

Name: Fontaine des Lions
Address: Clermont-Ferrand, France

#30 among attractions in Clermont-Ferrand

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Facts and practical information

The Lion Fountain is a fountain currently located in the old city center of Clermont-Ferrand, France, rue des Petits-Gras and was originally located at Place de la Fontaine. The first mention of the fountain dates from 1659. Its construction material is Volvic stone. It is registered as a historical monument since 1931.

Coordinates: 45°46'42"N, 3°5'1"E

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Centre Ancien (Jaude)Clermont-Ferrand France

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Fontaine des Lions – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port, Centre Jaude, Stade Marcel-Michelin.

~550 ftE
Iconic Gothic cathedral with twin spires
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Clermont-Ferrand
3 min walk • The Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, is a gothic architectural marvel situated at the heart of the city of Clermont-Ferrand in France. Constructed from the distinctive black volcanic stone of the region, this...
~1850 ftNE
Romanesque basilica with religious art
Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port, Clermont-Ferrand
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Clermont-Ferrand, the Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port is a stunning example of Romanesque architecture and a beacon of spiritual heritage in France. This Catholic church, which dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries, has been a place of...
~1350 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Centre Jaude, Clermont-Ferrand
7 min walk • Jaude Centre is one of the most prominent shopping malls in Clermont-Ferrand, France. It is located in extreme south-East in the Jaude Square, in the city centre.
1.3 miNE
Specialty museum, Museum, Sport venue
Stade Marcel-Michelin, Clermont-Ferrand
34 min walk • The Stade Marcel-Michelin is a sports ground in Clermont-Ferrand, France. It has been the home of the French rugby union club ASM Clermont-Auvergne since its opening in 1911.
1.4 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Arenas and stadiums
ASM Clermont Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand
36 min walk • Association Sportive Montferrandaise Clermont Auvergne is a French rugby union club from Clermont-Ferrand in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes that currently competes in Top 14, the top level of the French league system. Clermont are two times French champions in 2009-10 and 2016-17.
0.4 miSE
Library
Bibliothèque du Patrimoine de Clermont Auvergne Métropole, Clermont-Ferrand
10 min walk • The Bibliothèque du Patrimoine de Clermont Auvergne Métropole is a public library in Clermont-Ferrand, France. Among the sixteen libraries of Clermont Auvergne Métropole Library System, this library is dedicated to Auvergne.
1.1 miW
Area
Chamalières, Clermont-Ferrand
29 min walk • Chamalières is a commune in the Puy-de-Dôme department, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, central France. Chamalières is the third-largest town in the department and lies about 150 miles from Lyon.
~400 ftSW
Opera, Concerts and shows, Theater
Opéra Municipal, Clermont-Ferrand
2 min walk • The Opera-Theatre of Clermont-Ferrand is located in the heart of the city, on the boulevard Desaix and on the place de Jaude. Under the impetus of the municipality led by Amédée Gasquet, it was built between 1891 and 1894.
~1290 ftNE
Botanical garden
Jardin botanique d'Auvergne, Clermont-Ferrand
7 min walk • The Jardin botanique d'Auvergne, also known as the Jardin botanique d'essais de Royat-Charade, is a botanical garden located in Charade, Royat, Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne, France.
0.8 miW
Church
Church of Our Lady, Clermont-Ferrand
20 min walk • The church Notre-Dame de Chamalières is a former Catholic collegiate church located in Chamalières, in the department of Puy-de-Dôme, France. It is classified as a historical monument in 1840.
~620 ftSW
Memorial
Statue équestre de Vercingétorix, Clermont-Ferrand
3 min walk • The equestrian statue of Vercingetorix is a bronze equestrian statue installed in 1903 in Clermont-Ferrand, on the Place de Jaude, sculpted by Auguste Bartholdi, and representing Vercingetorix, leader of the Arvernes and victor of the siege ...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fontaine des Lions?

Nearby attractions include Opéra Municipal, Clermont-Ferrand (2 min walk), Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, Clermont-Ferrand (3 min walk), Statue équestre de Vercingétorix, Clermont-Ferrand (3 min walk), Église Saint-Pierre-des-Minimes, Clermont-Ferrand (4 min walk).

How to get to Fontaine des Lions by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fontaine des Lions:

Tram

Gaillard • Lines: A (4 min walk)
Jaude • Lines: A (4 min walk)

Bus

Jaude • Lines: 10, 9, B, C (4 min walk)
Gaillard • Lines: 32, Ben (5 min walk)

Train

Clermont-La Rotonde (21 min walk)
Clermont-Ferrand (22 min walk)