Fort de Caluire, Lyon

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Fort de Caluire was an old fortification situated in Caluire-et-Cuire. Now demolished, it was part of the first belt of forts protecting Lyon. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1831 (193 years ago)Coordinates: 45°47'35"N, 4°50'12"E

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Caluire-et-Cuire (Cuire)Lyon France

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Fort de Caluire – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Parc de la Tête d'Or, Lyon Zoo, Jardin botanique de Lyon, Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon.

1.3 miSE
Expansive 19th-century park with a lake
Parc de la Tête d'Or, Lyon
33 min walk • Parc de la Tête d'Or, nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, stands as an urban oasis sprawling across 117 hectares. This verdant haven, established in 1857, is not only the largest city park in France but also one of the most prominent in the country, rivaling the...
1.4 miSE
Zoo
Lyon Zoo, Lyon
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, the Lyon Zoo stands as a cherished natural retreat within the expansive Parc de la Tête d'Or. This modest yet captivating zoo offers a glimpse into the world of wildlife, providing visitors with the opportunity to marvel at a...
1.6 miSE
Greenhouses with a diversity of plants
Jardin botanique de Lyon, Lyon
40 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, the Jardin botanique de Lyon is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty. This botanical garden, one of France's most notable, spans over 8 hectares and is a part of the Parc de la Tête d'Or, Lyon's largest park.
1 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon, Lyon
25 min walk • Nestled in the dynamic cultural landscape of Lyon, France, the Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon, commonly referred to as the MAC Lyon, stands as a beacon of modern artistic expression. This museum, dedicated to contemporary art, is a pivotal platform for artists...
1.5 miSW
Park
Parc de la Cerisaie, Lyon
39 min walk • The parc de la Cerisaie is an urban park in the Croix-Rousse 4th arrondissement of Lyon, France. It is partially situated on a slope, leading from the plateau of the Croix-Rousse down towards the river Saône.
0.5 miE
City wall
Fort de Montessuy, Lyon
14 min walk • The Fort de Montessuy is a fort in the first belt of fortifications in Lyon, located in the neighborhood of Montessuy in Caluire-et-Cuire, Rhône, France.
0.9 miS
Park, Garden
Jardin Rosa Mir, Lyon
23 min walk • The Jardin Rosa Mir is a garden located in the center of La Croix-Rousse quarter in the 4th arrondissement of Lyon, and created by Jules Senis. It is housed in a courtyard of the building at No. 83 Grande Rue de la Croix-Rousse. It can be accessed through a path located at No. 87 in the same street.
1.2 miSW
Neighbourhood
4th arrondissement of Lyon, Lyon
30 min walk • The 4th arrondissement of Lyon is one of the nine arrondissements of the City of Lyon.
1 miSE
Bridge
Passerelle de la Paix, Lyon
25 min walk • The Passerelle de la Paix is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the Rhône river in Lyon, France. It connects the 6th arrondissement of Lyon and the commune of Caluire-et-Cuire.
1.3 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Le Transbordeur, Villeurbanne
34 min walk • Le Transbordeur is a 1,800-seat concert hall located in Villeurbanne, France. It was inaugurated in 1989. Notable past performers include Lorde, Tool, Blue Öyster Cult, Robert Plant, Megadeth, Motörhead, Porcupine Tree, Lenny Kravitz, Simple Minds, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds and Boy George.
1 miE
Park
Parc Saint-Clair, Lyon
26 min walk • Parc Saint-Clair is a public greenspace in the quarter of Saint-Clair in the commune Caluire-et-Cuire near Lyon. The park has an area of 4 hectares, is bordered by the Rhône to the south and the Boulevard périphérique de Lyon to the north and east.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort de Caluire?

Nearby attractions include Caluire-et-Cuire, Lyon (8 min walk), Église Notre-Dame - Saint-Rambert, Lyon (10 min walk), Île Barbe, Lyon (10 min walk), Musée Jean Couty, Lyon (13 min walk).

How to get to Fort de Caluire by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort de Caluire:

Bus

Place du Capot • Lines: S5 (3 min walk)
Stade Henri Cochet • Lines: 33, 38, S5 (3 min walk)

Trolleybus

Montessuy Calmette • Lines: C1 (9 min walk)
Impasse Mathieu • Lines: C1 (10 min walk)

Metro

Cuire • Lines: C (15 min walk)
Hénon • Lines: C (27 min walk)