Fontana della Bollente, Thermal water fountain in Piazza della Bollente, Acqui Terme, Italy.
Fontana della Bollente is a fountain with a marble pavilion in the town center that houses a natural spring releasing water continuously. The water flows at approximately 75 degrees Celsius and contains mineral content from deep underground sources.
The fountain was built in 1870 as part of Acqui Terme's long relationship with thermal springs, a tradition extending back to Roman times when the settlement was known as Aquae Statiellae. The structure commemorates centuries of reliance on these natural waters.
Locals come to collect water from this fountain every morning as part of their daily routine, using it for personal care and wellness. The practice reflects how deeply thermal water is woven into life here.
The fountain sits in an open public square in the town center and visitors can freely collect the thermal water at any time. Keep in mind the water is extremely hot, so handle containers carefully when filling.
The water temperature is so high that it releases steam during colder months, naturally warming the surrounding square. This creates a visible shimmer in the air directly above the source, a phenomenon visitors often notice without realizing its cause.
Location: Acqui Terme
GPS coordinates: 44.67562,8.47044
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:03
Italian historic fountains demonstrate five centuries of craftsmanship in sculpture, hydraulic engineering, and urban design. From the 15th to the 19th century, Italian artisans shaped marble, bronze, and stone to create works combining practicality and artistic expression. These fountains tell stories from classical mythology, such as Neptune and marine deities, or from the Bible, like Moses drawing water from the rock. They also celebrate the political power of great families and the identity of Italian cities. In Rome, the Trevi Fountain extends 86 feet (26 meters) high with baroque sculptures, while Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers symbolizes continents on Piazza Navona. In Florence, Neptune sits above the Piazza della Signoria, recalling the Medici family's maritime ambitions. The gardens of Villa d'Este in Tivoli feature 51 fountains spread across multiple terraces, showcasing Renaissance hydraulic mastery. These works reveal how water has shaped Italy’s architecture and urban life, from papal Rome to squares in Palermo and Siena.
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