La Fontaine Obscure
Aix en Provence - Cultural place
La Fontaine Obscure is a place to get together, share and discuss photography.
The voluntary organisation was founded in 1979 and provides photography lessons and courses all year round. La Fontaine Obscure hosts the annual Phot'Aix Festival.
Opening exhibitions on the first Wednesday of every month at the gallery followed by a portfolio event (free prior enrolment at the gallery).
- Accessible for disabled
Information provided by OT Aix en Provence
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Contact
24 avenue Henri Poncet
13090 Aix en Provence -
Phone
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Where to stay
Vendôme
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La Maison de Sylvianne
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Ancient mansion fully renovated in 2008, first "boutique hotel" in Aix en Provence. The hotel is situated in the most enthralling part of the city center. Upon your arrival our team will welcome you with their great dynamism. As soon as your booking is confirmed our E-Concierge will contact you…
Les Chênes
Le Tholonet
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Le Vieux Moulin
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Things to do
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Temporary shop.
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Where to eat
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Aix en Provence
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Aix en Provence
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Francis lived happily close beside his tree...
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