Bosquet des Trois Fontaines (Three Fountains Grove), Versailles
The Three Fountains Grove is a notable feature in the gardens of Versailles, initially transformed by the celebrated landscape architect Andr茅 Le N么tre in 1677. Located to the west of the Alley of the Marmousets, this expansive grove replaced a less permanent water feature known as the Water Bower. Le N么tre's design created a series of three interconnected spaces, each embellished with fountains that showcased elaborate water effects, enhancing the visual splendor of the gardens.
The grove's fountains were particularly renowned for their intricate design and the special effects they produced, which aligned with the grandeur of the Versailles gardens. Despite modifications made by Louis XIV to other fountains in the early 18th century, the Three Fountains Grove's elaborate features endured. However, in 1774-1775, the gardens underwent a major replantation, which led to the removal of the fountains.
The Three Fountains Grove was replanted in 1830, during which time the original fountains were no longer part of the design. In recent years, the grove has faced challenges, including storm damage, which necessitated restoration efforts to preserve its historical and aesthetic value. T
The grove's fountains were particularly renowned for their intricate design and the special effects they produced, which aligned with the grandeur of the Versailles gardens. Despite modifications made by Louis XIV to other fountains in the early 18th century, the Three Fountains Grove's elaborate features endured. However, in 1774-1775, the gardens underwent a major replantation, which led to the removal of the fountains.
The Three Fountains Grove was replanted in 1830, during which time the original fountains were no longer part of the design. In recent years, the grove has faced challenges, including storm damage, which necessitated restoration efforts to preserve its historical and aesthetic value. T
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Sight Name: Bosquet des Trois Fontaines (Three Fountains Grove)
Sight Location: Versailles, France (See walking tours in Versailles)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Versailles, France (See walking tours in Versailles)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Versailles, France
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles