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Lyon Observatory, Lyon

#105 among attractions in Lyon

Observatories and planetariums
Lyon Observatory

Facts and practical information

Local name: Observatoire de Lyon Established: 1878 (146 years ago)Coordinates: 45°41'38"N, 4°46'58"E
Address

9 Avenue Charles AndréSaint Genis Laval (Saint Genis Laval Ouest)Lyon France

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Lyon Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stade de Gerland, Musée des Confluences, Parc Henry-Chabert, Aqueduct of the Gier.

  • stade de gerland lyon3.1 miNE
  • musee des confluences lyon3.2 miNE
  • parc de gerland lyon2.8 miNE
  • aqueduct of the gier lyon2.2 miNW
  • centre aquatique aquagaron brignais1.1 miSW
  • lyon ou3.1 miNE
  • aquarium du grand lyon2.6 miNE
  • la mulatiere lyon2.7 miNE
  • oullins lyon1.8 miNE
  • saint genis laval lyon0.6 miSE
  • irigny lyon2.4 miSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lyon Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Château de Beauregard, Lyon (7 min walk), Saint-Genis-Laval, Lyon (15 min walk).

How to get to Lyon Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lyon Observatory:

Bus
  • Saint-Genis Lycée Descartes • Lines: 120, 145, 17, 78 (7 min walk)
  • Observatoire • Lines: 120, 145, 78 (9 min walk)

Train
  • Chaponost (25 min walk)

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