Vieux Château, Lyon

Name: Vieux Château
Address: Lyon, France

#204 among attractions in Lyon

Forts and castles

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Facts and practical information

The castle of Francheville is an ancient fortress, founded in the twelfth century, whose ruins stand on the town of Francheville in the department of Rhone in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.

The ruins of the castle are registered as historical monuments by order of July 12, 1982.

Coordinates: 45°44'11"N, 4°46'13"E

Address

Francheville (Francheville Le Bas)Lyon France

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Vieux Château – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Patinoire Charlemagne, Basilica of Saint Justus, Fort du Bruissin, Musée des Confluences.

2.5 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Patinoire Charlemagne, Lyon
63 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Lyon, France, the Patinoire Charlemagne is a prime destination for sports enthusiasts and ice-skating aficionados. This modern ice rink offers a dynamic venue for both recreational skating and competitive sporting events, making it a...
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Church
Basilica of Saint Justus, Lyon
68 min walk • The Basilica of Saint Justus, nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious history. This ancient church, dedicated to Saint Justus of Lyon, who was the Archbishop of Lyon from 350 until his death in 390, is revered for its...
1.6 miW
Museum
Fort du Bruissin, Lyon
41 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Francheville, on the outskirts of Lyon, France, the Fort du Bruissin is a cultural gem that combines historical architecture with contemporary art. This 19th-century fort, once part of the defensive ring around Lyon, has been transformed into a...
2.3 miE
Anthropology exhibits in a modern space
Musée des Confluences, Lyon
60 min walk • The Musée des Confluences is a science centre and anthropology museum which opened on 20 December 2014 in the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon, France.
2.6 miE
Music venue, Nightlife, Vernacular architecture
Halle Tony Garnier, Lyon
67 min walk • The Halle Tony Garnier is an arena and concert hall in Lyon, France. It was designed by Tony Garnier in 1905. Originally a slaughterhouse, the building was renovated in 1987 and opened as a concert hall in 1988.
1.1 miSW
Aqueduct
Aqueduct of the Gier, Lyon
29 min walk • The Aqueduct of the Gier is an ancient Roman aqueduct probably constructed in the 1st century AD to provide water for Lugdunum, in what is now eastern France.
2.4 miNE
Church
Saint Irenaeus Church, Lyon
63 min walk • The Saint Irenaeus Church, Lyon, located on the heights of Lyon in the neighborhood of St. Irenaeus, is one of the oldest churches in France. It is named for Irenaeus first Bishop of Lyon and Primate of Gaul.
2.2 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery
La Sucrière, Lyon
56 min walk • La Sucrière is a famous building devoted to contemporary art, situated 48 Quai Rambaud, on the banks of the Saône in the Confluence quarter of the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon.
2.1 miNE
Neighbourhood
5th arrondissement of Lyon, Lyon
53 min walk • The 5th arrondissement of Lyon is one of the nine arrondissements of the City of Lyon.
2.2 miE
Zoo
Aquarium du Grand Lyon, Lyon
58 min walk • The Aquarium du Grand Lyon or Aquarium de Lyon is a public aquarium located in the La Mulatière district of the city of Lyon, France, near the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers in the Rhône department.
1.8 miE
Area
La Mulatière, Lyon
48 min walk • La Mulatière is a commune in the Metropolis of Lyon in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in eastern France. The city is known, among other things, for its Aquarium du Grand Lyon.