Place du Président-Wilson

Place du Président-Wilson is a square in central Dijon featuring a central fountain with seventeen water jets, surrounded by circular pathways and lined with plane trees. The trees form an impressive green canopy around the entire space with a diameter reaching 110 meters.

The square originated as Champ de Mars, a military training ground, before being renamed in 1918 to honor American President Woodrow Wilson. The name change reflected France's strengthened ties with the United States following the First World War.

The 1912 music kiosk serves as a gathering space for local performances and events, while two neoclassical corner buildings display bas-reliefs connected to Burgundy's traditions. These elements make the square a place where past and present life meet.

The square connects to Cours du Parc and Cours du Général de Gaulle, offering direct access to Parc de la Colombière through tree-lined avenues. The flat layout and wide pathways make it easy to navigate for visitors with varying mobility needs.

The central fountain features a remarkable water jet reaching 13 meters in height, creating a focal point visible from multiple directions across the square. This dramatic spray serves as a visual anchor and brings movement to the space.

Location: Dijon

GPS coordinates: 47.31620,5.04333

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44