Château de La Motte
The Château de La Motte, located in Lyon’s 7th arrondissement, is a historic estate that reflects centuries of architectural and cultural evolution. Originally built in the 17th century, the château was surrounded by vast grounds that once extended across the Rhône plain. Over time, it became a residence for notable Lyonnais families and witnessed the city’s transformation from a provincial hub into a modern metropolis. Though much of its land has been urbanized, the château itself remains a striking reminder of Lyon’s aristocratic past, with its classical façade and landscaped gardens offering a glimpse into the elegance of earlier eras. Today, the Château de La Motte stands as both a heritage site and a symbol of continuity, linking the city’s historical identity with its contemporary urban fabric.
Lyon France
The Château de La Motte is located in Lyon’s 7th arrondissement, on the left bank of the Rhône River. It sits near the junction of two historic routes connecting Lyon to the Alps, Italy, and the Rhône valley, occupying a small elevated mound originally created during Gallo-Roman times for flood protection and strategic visibility. The château is surrounded by a park and close to the lively neighborhood of La Guillotière. Nearby, visitors can find Parc Sergent Blandan, as well as cultural sites including Musée des Moulages and various local amenities. The site has a rich history dating back to at least the 15th century and is accessible by local transport within Lyon.
Museum
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Museum
Lugdunum – Musée & Théâtres Romains
Museum
Musée Lumière
Museum
Musée Cinéma & Miniature
Museum
Musée d’Art Contemporain
Museum
Musée de l’Imprimerie et de la Communication Graphique
Museum
Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation
Museum
Musée d’Histoire de Lyon
Museum
Musée des Arts de la Marionnette
Museum
Musée d’Art Religieux de Fourvière
Museum
Maison des Canuts
Museum
Musée Henri Malartre
Museum
Musée Jean Couty
Museum
Musée Urbain Tony Garnier
Museum
Association Soierie Vivante
Museum
Musée Soieries Brochier
Museum
Musée d’Histoire de la Médecine et de la Pharmacie
Museum
Musée des Moulages
Museum
Théâtre des Célestins
Theatre
Théâtre des Marronniers
Theatre
Théâtre de la Croix-Rousse
Theatre
Théâtre Guignol de la Croix-Rousse
Theatre
Lugdunum Roman Theatre
Theatre
Théâtre Tête d’Or
Theatre
Improvidence Café-Théâtre
Theatre
Galerie Ceysson & Bénétière
Gallery
Galerie Valérie Eymeric
Gallery
Galerie Racont’Arts
Gallery
Galerie Carré d’artistes
Gallery
Galerie Le Réverbère
Gallery
Galerie MASUREL
Gallery
Galerie Vrais Rêves
Gallery
Palais archiépiscopal de Lyon
Historical Landmark
Fort de Loyasse
Fortress
Fort de Vaise
Historical Landmark
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Basilica
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Cathedral
Basilique Saint-Martin d’Ainay
Basilica
Église Saint-Nizier
Church
Église Saint-Bonaventure
Basilica
Église Saint-Polycarpe
Church
Église Saint-Just
Church
Lyon Armenian Genocide Memorial
Memorial
War Memorial on Île du Souvenir
Historical Landmark
Fontaine Bartholdi
Tourist attractions
Monument de la République
Historical Landmark
Le Veilleur de Pierre
Cultural landmark
Statue de l’Allégorie de la Ville de Lyon
Historical Landmark
Mémorial de la Shoah
Memorial
Parc de la Tête d'Or
Park
Jardin Botanique
Botanical Garden
Parc des Hauteurs
Park
Jardin Rosa Mir
Garden
Parc Sergent Blandan
Park
Roseraie Internationale
Botanical Garden
Zoo de Lyon
Zoo
Aquarium de Lyon
Aquarium
Tour Part-Dieu
Tourist attractions
Tour Métallique de Fourvière
Observation deck