The Jardins de la Fontaine are one of the first public parks in Europe. The 15-hectare, enchantingly beautiful green area is a real retreat in the middle of Nîmes. In the lower part, a canal, pools with balusters on the edges, statues, shady benches and the scent of flax flowers invite you to stroll. Paths lead through the landscaped garden with cleverly arranged Mediterranean plants, "rock gardens" and views of the city to the Magne Tower in the upper part.

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September 30, 2020

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La Fontaine Gardens are located in the historic center of Nîmes. They were from 1745 at the request of Louis XV. Built by Jacques Philippe Mareschal (engineer of the king, director of the fortifications of the provinces of Languedoc).

The gardens with two large ancient monuments, the Temple of Diana and the Magne Tower, extend on a hill over an area of about 15 hectares.

Listed as historical monuments in 1840 under the title Jardin Remarkable, they include a typical French garden from the 18th century and a Mediterranean landscape style with pine, chestnut and cedar trees in the alleys.

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April 20, 2021

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The Jardins de la Fontaine is an urban park in the French city of Nîmes, located in the Gard department. The park is built around the old sources of Nîmes. The Temple of Diana and the Tour Magne are located in this park. The park is located on the Cavalierberg.

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