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 FranceThe 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.
Musée des Confluences
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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
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Lugdunum – Musée & Théâtres Romains
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Musée Lumière
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Musée Cinéma & Miniature
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Musée d’Art Contemporain
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Musée de l’Imprimerie et de la Communication Graphique
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Centre d’Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation
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Musée d’Histoire de Lyon
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Musée des Arts de la Marionnette
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Musée d’Art Religieux de Fourvière
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Maison des Canuts
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Musée Henri Malartre
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Musée Jean Couty
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Musée Urbain Tony Garnier
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Association Soierie Vivante
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Musée Soieries Brochier
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Musée d’Histoire de la Médecine et de la Pharmacie
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Musée des Moulages
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Théâtre des Célestins
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Théâtre des Marronniers
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Théâtre de la Croix-Rousse
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Théâtre Guignol de la Croix-Rousse
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Lugdunum Roman Theatre
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Théâtre Tête d’Or
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Improvidence Café-Théâtre
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Galerie Ceysson & Bénétière
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Galerie Valérie Eymeric
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Galerie Racont’Arts
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Galerie Carré d’artistes
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Galerie Le Réverbère
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Galerie MASUREL
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Galerie Vrais Rêves
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Palais archiépiscopal de Lyon
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Fort de Loyasse
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Fort de Vaise
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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
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Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
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Basilique Saint-Martin d’Ainay
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Église Saint-Nizier
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Église Saint-Bonaventure
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Église Saint-Polycarpe
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Église Saint-Just
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Lyon Armenian Genocide Memorial
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War Memorial on Île du Souvenir
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Fontaine Bartholdi
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Monument de la République
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Le Veilleur de Pierre
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Statue de l’Allégorie de la Ville de Lyon
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Mémorial de la Shoah
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Parc de la Tête d'Or
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Jardin Botanique
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Parc des Hauteurs
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Jardin Rosa Mir
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Parc Sergent Blandan
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Roseraie Internationale
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Zoo de Lyon
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Aquarium de Lyon
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Tour Part-Dieu
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Tour Métallique de Fourvière
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