Fuente de Apolo, Jardín del Príncipe, Aranjuez
Monument Ornamental fountain in Aranjuez's Jardín del Príncipe
Sculpted Apollo fountain in Aranjuez’s Jardín del Príncipe, part of the Royal Palace gardens; tourists come for formal landscaping, water features and close-up views of 18th‑century royal grounds.
The Fuente de Apolo is an ornamental fountain located in the Jardín del Príncipe in Aranjuez, part of the royal gardens that belong to the Royal Site of Aranjuez. It forms one decorative element within the landscaped terraces and promenades of the Prince’s Garden.
The fountain features a sculptural representation of Apollo and is set within formal garden layouts and water basins that are characteristic of the estate’s 18th-century landscaping. It is encountered along garden paths and is one of several sculptural and water features visitors see while exploring the Jardín del Príncipe.
The fountain and surrounding gardens were developed as part of the royal landscape projects associated with the Spanish crown during the era when Aranjuez served as a royal residence. The gardens were shaped and expanded across the 18th century and later as part of the site’s role as a landscaped royal estate.
The feature sits in Aranjuez, in the Community of Madrid, on the banks of the Tagus river corridor. Aranjuez is located approximately 50 kilometers south of central Madrid and the Jardín del Príncipe occupies the southwestern sector of the town’s royal grounds.
- UNESCO status: Located within the Royal Site of Aranjuez, which is inscribed as the Cultural Landscape of Aranjuez on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
- Best time to visit: Best experienced in spring and early summer when the formal gardens and riverside plantings are in bloom.
How to Get to Fuente de Apolo, Jardín del Príncipe, Aranjuez #
Aranjuez is 45-60 minutes by train from Madrid’s Atocha station on Cercanías lines; the Jardín del Príncipe is within easy walking distance of the royal palace and town centre. Visitors arriving by car can park in town and follow pedestrian routes to the garden entrances.
Tips for Visiting Fuente de Apolo, Jardín del Príncipe, Aranjuez #
- Visit with a copy of the palace gardens map - the Fuente de Apolo is easier to locate if approaching from the Jardín del Príncipe side entrance.
- Late afternoon light reveals sculptural detail on the fountain's figures; museum or palace combined tickets often include garden access.
- Respect seasonal restrictions: parts of the garden close during intense heat or for maintenance.
Best Time to Visit Fuente de Apolo, Jardín del Príncipe, Aranjuez #
Spring and fall are ideal for garden visits when plantings and temperatures are most pleasant; summer can be hot but mornings remain rewarding.
Weather & Climate near Fuente de Apolo, Jardín del Príncipe, Aranjuez #
Fuente de Apolo, Jardín del Príncipe, Aranjuez's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 47 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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