Fort de Montessuy, Lyon

Name: Fort de Montessuy
Address: Lyon, France

#68 among attractions in Lyon

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1831 (193 years ago)Coordinates: 45°47'31"N, 4°50'51"E

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Caluire-et-Cuire (Montessuy)Lyon France

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Fort de Montessuy – 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 miS
Expansive 19th-century park with a lake
Parc de la Tête d'Or, Lyon
25 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...
1.1 miSE
Zoo
Lyon Zoo, Lyon
28 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...
1.2 miS
Greenhouses with a diversity of plants
Jardin botanique de Lyon, Lyon
32 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.
0.6 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon, Lyon
16 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...
1.3 miSW
Bars and clubs
Gros Caillou, Lyon
35 min walk • Gros Caillou is a landmark of the French city of Lyon in the neighborhood Croix-Rousse. The rock's mineralogical composition suggests it is a glacial erratic, and would have been transported from the nearby Alps by slowly moving glaciers.
1.1 miSW
Park, Garden
Jardin Rosa Mir, Lyon
28 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.
1.4 miSW
Neighbourhood
4th arrondissement of Lyon, Lyon
37 min walk • The 4th arrondissement of Lyon is one of the nine arrondissements of the City of Lyon.
0.5 miSE
Bridge
Passerelle de la Paix, Lyon
13 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.
0.8 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Le Transbordeur, Villeurbanne
22 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.
0.5 miSE
Park
Parc Saint-Clair, Lyon
13 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.
1.2 miS
Neighbourhood
6th arrondissement of Lyon, Lyon
32 min walk • The 6th arrondissement of Lyon is one of the nine arrondissements of the City of Lyon and one of the poshest.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort de Montessuy?

Nearby attractions include Caluire-et-Cuire, Lyon (9 min walk), Passerelle de la Paix, Lyon (13 min walk), Parc Saint-Clair, Lyon (13 min walk), Fort de Caluire, Lyon (14 min walk).

How to get to Fort de Montessuy by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort de Montessuy:

Bus

Montessuy Hauts de Saint-Clair • Lines: 77 (5 min walk)
Jean Monnet • Lines: S5 (10 min walk)

Trolleybus

Montessuy Fleming • Lines: C1 (5 min walk)
Montessuy Gutenberg • Lines: C13 (6 min walk)

Metro

Cuire • Lines: C (22 min walk)
Hénon • Lines: C (33 min walk)

Tram

Université Lyon 1 • Lines: T1, T4 (31 min walk)
Condorcet • Lines: T1, T4 (35 min walk)