Comments on: Paris: Free water at historic fountains (just bring a bottle!)

By: Paris with Kids – Things to Do | Sleeps5

Paris with Kids – Things to Do | Sleeps5 — Sat, 12 May 2012 01:44:10 +0000

[…] Paris: Free water at historic fountains (just bring a bottle), on EuroCheapo by Theadora Brack.The author concisely describes the history of Paris water fountains, some of which include artistic sculptural details, and highlights the locations of a few, including one in operation since 1866. […]

By: Save money and the environment by using drinking fountains

Save money and the environment by using drinking fountains — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:01:13 +0000

[…] exp;loring Paris you should carry a empty water bottle with you to refill free at the 108 drinking water fountains throughout the city. Many of the water fountains were built in the 1860s after Paris was left with […]

By: Martin

Martin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 01:44:11 +0000

Thanks for all the delicious history tidbits, Theodara! I’m glad whenever we get a chance to learn some of the quirky historical background behind all the things there are to do and see–as well as save some moolah.

By: airfare deal checker

airfare deal checker — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:06:38 +0000

These fountains are really great especially during hot summer days! you cann buy a bottle of water but cold fresh water from fountains is just great