Fontaine de Beaune-Semblançay, fountain in Vieux-Tours, Tours, France

The Fontaine de Beaune-Semblançay is a 4.20-metre pyramid of four Genoese marble blocks on a Volvic stone basin, set in the Beaune-Semblançay garden. It is carved with the monograms of Louis XII and Anne of Brittany, the arms of France and Tours, and the Beaune family shield. The top was broken off in 2012.

The fountain was built in the 16th century as part of a new water supply system designed to replace the ancient Roman aqueduct. Pierre de Valence created this system to provide fresh water to Tours.

The fountain displays the Beaune family name and heraldry, reflecting their prominence in Tours society. These local emblems remain carved into the ornamental details as a record of their standing in the community.

The fountain sits in a small garden between Rue Jules Favre and Rue Nationale and is easily accessible on foot. The site works well for a brief visit, as you can walk around it and view all details without needing much time.

The fountain is attributed to Bastien François and his brother Martin, sons-in-law and relatives of Guillaume Regnault, who took over Michel Colombe's workshop. Its 4.20-metre marble pyramid was paid for by Jacques de Beaune, who had the four blocks shipped from Genoa at his own expense.