Fontaine, place du Maréchal-Lyautey, 19th century fountain in 6th district, Lyon, France
The fountain features a central marble statue representing Lyon city, surrounded by five water basins with lion-shaped water spouts.
Built in 1865, this monument commemorates Napoleon III's decision to eliminate toll fees on the Rhône bridges crossing through Lyon.
The fountain displays five sculptures at its corners depicting Navigation, Strength, Commerce, History, and Geography through cherub figures.
The fountain remains accessible throughout the year at Place du Maréchal-Lyautey, near multiple shops and cafes in central Lyon.
Sculptor Guillaume Bonnet used his wife as the model for the main 3.85-meter Carrara marble statue representing the city of Lyon.
Location: 6th arrondissement of Lyon
GPS coordinates: 45.76860,4.84203
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:54
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