Fritz l'éléphant, Tours

Name: Fritz l'éléphant
Address: Tours, France

#32 among attractions in Tours

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Fritz the Elephant, born in the 1820s in Asia and died on June 11, 1902 in Tours, France, is an Asian Elephant that was owned and operated by the American circus company Barnum & Bailey.

Having become uncontrollable in the streets of Tours where the circus was performing, he was shot by strangulation. His remains, offered by the circus to the city of Tours, were naturalized in 1902-1903 and restored in 1976-1977. Although it is part of the collections of the Tours Natural History Museum, it is kept in an annex of the Tours Museum of Fine Arts where it is visited by walkers.

Coordinates: 47°23'41"N, 0°41'40"E

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CathedraleTours France

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Fritz l'éléphant – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tours Cathedral, Château de Tours, Hôtel Goüin, Museum of Fine Arts.

~330 ftN
Cathedral with flamboyant Gothic facade
Tours Cathedral, Tours
2 min walk • Tours Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint Gatien, stands as a monumental beacon of faith and history in the city of Tours, France. This Gothic architectural masterpiece, dedicated to Saint Gatien, the first bishop of Tours, has been an emblem of...
~900 ftN
11th-century castle hosting exhibitions
Château de Tours, Tours
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, the Château de Tours stands as a historical testament to the city of Tours, France. This ancient fortress, now repurposed as a museum, offers visitors a glimpse into the rich tapestry of French history and culture.
0.5 miW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Hôtel Goüin, Tours
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Tours, France, lies the Hôtel Goüin, a Renaissance gem that now serves as a museum dedicated to the region's rich history and culture. This architectural masterpiece, with its ornate façade and intricate stone carvings...
~200 ftNE
Fine-arts museum in a former palace
Museum of Fine Arts, Tours
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Tours, the Museum of Fine Arts stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of France. Housed in the former Palais des Archevêques, this museum is a treasure trove of artistic achievements spanning from the Middle...
0.6 miW
Neo-Byzantine church with a saint's tomb
Basilica of Saint Martin, Tours
15 min walk • The Basilica of Saint Martin stands as a beacon of spiritual heritage in the city of Tours, France. This hallowed church, dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours, is a site of pilgrimage and a testament to the city's religious significance through the centuries.
~1790 ftW
Street
Rue Nationale, Tours
9 min walk • The Rue Nationale is one of the oldest streets and the busiest shopping street in the city of Tours.
~1960 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Musée du Compagnonnage, Tours
10 min walk • The Musée du Compagnonnage de Tours is a French municipal museum located in the city of Tours, north of Rue Nationale. The museum is located in the former Saint-Julien abbey.
~530 ftNE
Archaeological site
Tours Amphitheatre, Tours
3 min walk • The Tours amphitheater is a Roman amphitheatre located in the historic city center of Tours, France, immediately behind the well known Tours cathedral. It was built in the 1st century when the city was called Caesarodunum.
0.4 miW
47°23'45"N • 0°41'7"E
Centre de Création contemporaine Olivier Debré, Tours
12 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
0.6 miW
47°23'43"N • 0°40'51"E
Musée du Gemmail, Tours
17 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
1.2 miE
Area
Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, Tours
32 min walk • Saint-Pierre-des-Corps is a commune in the French department of Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France. It is located about 4 km from Tours. During the French Revolution, it was called La Clarté-Républicaine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fritz l'éléphant?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Fine Arts, Tours (1 min walk), Tours Cathedral, Tours (2 min walk), Tours Amphitheatre, Tours (3 min walk), Château de Tours, Tours (5 min walk).

How to get to Fritz l'éléphant by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fritz l'éléphant:

Bus

Cathédrale • Lines: C (2 min walk)
Lycée Courrier • Lines: C (3 min walk)

Tram

Nationale • Lines: A (9 min walk)
Gare de Tours • Lines: A (10 min walk)

Train

Tours (10 min walk)