The Lion and Serpent fountain, Public fountain at Saint-Laurent district, Grenoble, France
The Lion and Serpent fountain presents a bronze lion grasping a serpent, mounted on a Sassenage stone base at the foot of the Bastille.
Victor Sappey designed and constructed the fountain in 1843 following a commission from the town of Grenoble to create a public water feature.
The sculpture depicts a regional saying where the lion represents Grenoble's control over the Isère River, symbolized by the writhing serpent.
Located at 66 Rue Saint-Laurent with coordinates 45.194953°N, 5.728571°E, the fountain provides drinking water for pedestrians and cyclists.
A limestone portico added in the 1950s displays Grenoble's coat of arms and commemorative plaques referencing the city's Roman origins.
Location: Grenoble
Creator: Victor Sappey
Website: https://isere-tourisme.com/patrimoine-culturel/fontaine-au-lion
GPS coordinates: 45.19494,5.72855
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
Grenoble contains structures from various historical periods. The medieval Notre-Dame Cathedral stands near the modern Art Museum. The city features the Tour Perret tower, a spiral parking structure, and multiple religious buildings. The Bastille fortress overlooks the city center, while the cable car provides transport to its summit.
Grenoble, located in the French Alps, combines mountain scenery with urban architecture. The Bastille fort provides views across the region. The Museum of Grenoble displays French and European art collections. Paul Mistral Park and city gardens offer green spaces. Historic squares and museums document the regional heritage.
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