La Grande Fontaine - Dole, (Jura) France
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member RakeInTheCache
N 47° 05.482 E 005° 29.649
31T E 689291 N 5218336
[FR] Cette fontaine aussi connue sous le nom de "fontaine des Lépreux" est mentionnée dès 1274. [EN] This fountain, also known under the name "Fountain of Lepers" is mentioned as early as 1274
Waymark Code: WM14YB8
Location: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
Date Posted: 09/11/2021
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member pmaupin
Views: 4

[FR] Cette source est une résurgence vauclusienne. Située au-dessous des rues Prélot et Pasteur, elle apparaît au fond d'un gouffre, et est en partie protégée par l'arche de l'ancien pont. Le site a été aménagé en lavoir au XVIIIe siècle.

[EN] This spring is where an underground river surfaces. Situated under the streets Prélot and Pasteur, it appears at the end of a cavity, and is in part protected by the arch of the former bridge. The site was made into a lavoir in the 18th century.
Public or Private Land?: Public

Public Land Fees?: N/A

Private Land access?: Not listed

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Please post an original picture of the springs no GPS necessary along with your observations of the spring. What wildlife you saw if any and the condition of the springs. Water level was high, low. The area was clean, trashy ect. Any other knowledge or experiences you have had with this paticular spring that would help document it's history.
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