Aix-en-Provence

Patrimoine d'Aix-en-Provence

Heritage of Aix-en-Provence

Explore the rich architectural history of Aix-en-Provence through its most significant monuments. This collection includes the 12th-century Aix Cathedral, the Gothic Church of Saint-Jean-de-Malte, and the 17th-century Town Hall. The city's urban layout is defined by its numerous Baroque fountains, such as the Fountain of the Four Dolphins, and elegant private mansions like the Hôtel du Poët. From the Roman ruins at Aquae Sextiae to the 18th-century Palace of Justice, these sites represent centuries of Provençal heritage.

Heritage of Aix-en-Provence — Carte

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The Old Town

If you want to, you can really easily spend a day just wandering around the old parts of the city - the streets and houses are so beautiful!

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Fountain of the Four Dolphins

A fine articulation of Baroque art. This richly ornate circular fountain dates to the 17th century.

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Aix Cathedral

Aix Cathedral in Aix-en-Provence in southern France is a Roman Catholic church and the seat of the Archbishop of Aix-en-Provence and Arles.

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Madeleine Church

The Église de la Madeleine is a Roman Catholic church in Aix-en-Provence.

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Fountain of the Nine Cannons

The Fontaine des Neuf-Canons is a listed fountain in Aix-en-Provence, Bouches-du-Rhône, France.

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Terrain contenant les vestiges archéologiques du Jardin de Grassi (675 m2)

Archaeological site containing the remains of Aquae Sextiae, the original Roman settlement founded in 122 BC.

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Église Saint-Jean-de-Malte

The Church of St. John in Aix-en-Provence, situated at the corner of rue d'Italie and rue Cardinale, is a Gothic Roman Catholic church, the…

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Hôtel du Poët

The Hôtel du Poët is a listed hôtel particulier in Aix-en-Provence.

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Chapelle Notre-Dame de Consolation, dite chapelle Saint-Jacques ou de l'Hôpital

A 17th-century chapel formerly associated with the Saint-Jacques hospital, designated as a historic monument in 1987.

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Palace of Justice of Aix-en-Provence

The Palace of Justice of Aix-en-Provence is a listed historical building in Aix-en-Provence, Bouches-du-Rhône, France.

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Hôtel d'Arlatan-Lauris

A 17th-century private mansion located on the Rue de l'Opéra, featuring traditional Provençal aristocratic architecture.

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Hôtel de Gras

A 17th-century private mansion situated on the Place des Prêcheurs in the heart of the historic center.

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Sciences Po Aix

Sciences Po Aix, also referred to as Institut d'Études Politiques d'Aix-en-Provence, is a Grande École of political studies located in Aix…

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Thermes Sextius

A contemporary spa complex built upon the archaeological remains of the original Roman thermal baths of Aquae Sextiae.

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Aix-en-Provence Town Hall

The historical seat of Aix's municipality can be seen from distance thanks to its ornate tower. It was built in the 17th century.