Rue du Sergent Blandan, Lyon

Name: Rue du Sergent Blandan
Address: Lyon, France

#128 among attractions in Lyon

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The Rue du Sergent Blandan is one of the oldest streets of Lyon. It connects Saint Vincent and the slopes of the Croix-Rousse quarters, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. The street starts rue Pareille, runs along the Place Sathonay, crosses the rue Hippolyte Flandrin, the rue Louis Vitet and the rue du Terme, and becomes the rue des Capucins just after the square of the same name. The street belongs to the zone classified World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is named in honour of Sergent Blandan, who participated in the conquest of Algeria. ()

Local name: Rue du Sergent-Blandan Coordinates: 45°46'9"N, 4°49'49"E

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Arrondissement 1ER (Arrondissement 1ER Grand Quartier Nø 05)Lyon France

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Rue du Sergent Blandan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Fontaine Bartholdi, Opéra de Lyon, City Hall.

~1200 ftSE
Ancient and modern art and artifacts
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Lyon
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon is a premier destination for art lovers and a jewel in the city's cultural crown. Housed in a stunning 17th-century Benedictine convent, this museum boasts one of the largest art collections in...
~950 ftSE
Historical site by a celebrated sculptor
Fontaine Bartholdi, Lyon
5 min walk • The Fontaine Bartholdi is an emblematic monument located in the heart of Lyon, France. Unveiled in 1892, this grandiose fountain is the work of the renowned sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, who is also credited with designing the Statue of Liberty.
~1630 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Opéra de Lyon, Lyon
8 min walk • The Opéra de Lyon stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Lyon, France, celebrated for its exceptional contributions to the performing arts. This modern theater, known for its innovative and eclectic programming, is a premier destination for opera enthusiasts...
~1260 ftE
Grand historical landmark and city hall
City Hall, Lyon
7 min walk • Lyon City Hall, known as Hôtel de Ville de Lyon, stands as a historic and architectural masterpiece in the heart of Lyon, France. This grand building, constructed in the 17th century between 1645 and 1651 under the design of architect Simon Maupin, later underwent...
~1790 ftS
Church
Temple du Change, Lyon
9 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Lyon, the Temple du Change stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. Originally constructed in the 17th century as a place of worship for the city's Protestant community, this church has undergone...
~570 ftS
Church
Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent, Lyon
3 min walk • The Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent is a Roman Catholic church located in Lyon, on the banks of the Saône, quai Saint-Vincent, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. In 1984, it was classified as monument historique.
~680 ftSE
Square
Place des Terreaux, Lyon
4 min walk • The Place des Terreaux is a square located in the center of Lyon, France, on the Presqu'île between the Rhône and the Saône, at the foot of the hill of La Croix-Rousse in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon.
~1240 ftSW
Church, Gothic architecture, Romanesque architecture
St. Paul's Church, Lyon
6 min walk • The Église Saint-Paul is a Roman Catholic church located in Lyon, France. It is situated in the Vieux Lyon, in the Saint-Paul quarter, in the 5th arrondissement of Lyon. The cathedral is in the Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles.
~550 ftN
Roman amphitheater built in 19 AD
Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, Lyon
3 min walk • The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls of Lugdunum was part of the Sanctuary of the Three Gauls dedicated to the cult of Rome and Augustus celebrated by the 60 Gallic tribes when they gathered at Lugdunum. In 1961, it was classified as a monument historique.
~100 ftNW
Square
Place Sathonay, Lyon
1 min walk • The Place Sathonay is a square located in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon, France, at the bottom of hill of La Croix-Rousse, in La Martinière quarter. It was named after Nicolas-Marie-Jean-Claude Fay de Sathonay, mayor of Lyon from 1805 to 1812, as a tribute for all the importants works undertaken under his presidency.
~950 ftN
Church
Église du Bon-Pasteur, Lyon
5 min walk • The Église du Bon-Pasteur is a Roman Catholic church located at rue Neyret on the slopes of La Croix-Rousse, near the montée de la Grande Côte, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. Cardinal Barbarin described the church as "highly symbolic for Lyon Christians".

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rue du Sergent Blandan?

Nearby attractions include Place Sathonay, Lyon (1 min walk), Salle Rameau, Lyon (2 min walk), Rue Burdeau, Lyon (2 min walk), Montée des Carmélites, Lyon (3 min walk).

How to get to Rue du Sergent Blandan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rue du Sergent Blandan:

Trolleybus

Mairie du 1er • Lines: C13, C18, S6 (1 min walk)
Saint-Vincent • Lines: C14 (4 min walk)

Bus

Mairie du 1er • Lines: S12 (1 min walk)
Terreaux Tobie Robatel • Lines: S12 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Saint-Paul - Hôtel de Ville • Lines: Vaporetto (5 min walk)
Bellecour • Lines: Vaporetto (17 min walk)

Train

Lyon-Saint-Paul (7 min walk)
Fourvière (17 min walk)

Metro

Hôtel de Ville - Louis Pradel • Lines: A, C (8 min walk)
Croix-Paquet • Lines: C (8 min walk)

Tram

Liberté • Lines: T1 (24 min walk)
Saxe-Préfecture • Lines: T1 (25 min walk)