After the Franco-Prussian War in 1972, the English philanthropist, Sir Richard Wallace financed 50 cast-iron drinking fountains, known as Wallace fountains, to the City of Paris (and to Lisburn).
The fountains with their free drinking water were a welcome gift to the poor in Paris, and new ones kept getting installed until the beginning of World War I.
Paris has more than three hundred fifty fountains, with the oldest one dating back to the 16th century.
Wallace Fountain in Paris near Notre Dame
water – a public service
L’eau de Paris
The sign also comes with a list of the water’s components.
Drinking water content
Look out for these free water supplies along the most popular tourist walks. Drinking plenty of water while touring the city is a must. Yes, you may add some wine to that list, too. 🙂
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