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Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere

Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Lyon

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Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere

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Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere
4.5
11,341
#1 of 265 things to do in Lyon
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Churches & Cathedrals
7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
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Standing atop Fourvière Hill, this basilica, constructed in the late 19th century, has an ornate interior to contrast its grave exterior.
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Angela
Lyon, France2 contributions
panoramic view
Nov 2020
it is one of must see in lyon and very highly recommended . he thing that made visiting this cathedral special were the views of Lyon. You have a vast panoramic view of the city from this cathedral
Written January 28, 2021
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travaller182
Los Angeles, CA55 contributions
Jolie
Jan 2021 • Family
Super!!!! The view it's amazing and the cathedral too, highly reccomend to visit while you stay in the city.
Written January 3, 2021
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The Weak Knee Traveler
Singapore, Singapore11,772 contributions
A Must Visit
Jan 2020 • Solo
You can't say you have visited if you have not visited this Basilica. It is beautifully built and furnished and has really great views of the city as well. A must visit when in Lyon.
Written December 26, 2020
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Charles B
Toronto, Canada41 contributions
Spectacular view of the city of Lyon!
Jan 2020
We visited Lyon in May 2019 when we researching our upcoming book "Flavour with Benefits: France".

You need to walk up to the Basilica. It is great exercise and an even better view. Plus you'll build a terrific appetite for all of the delicious food in Lyon. Bon appetit!
Written December 8, 2020
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Cocorico
United Kingdom5 contributions
Very nice
Oct 2020
We had visited this basilica with all our group and everyone had liked it, much charm , very important to do
Written November 8, 2020
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Turner S
Paris, France814 contributions
mosaics
Oct 2020
The design of the basilica seems out of place to me sitting above Vieux Lyon. It’s also a mix of architectural styles. Certainly a unique statement. The mosaics inside very impressive. Well worth a visit and easy to do with the funicular. Also has great views of the city below. A short walk from here to the Roman theater. I can only imagine how much more beautiful it looks at night.
Written October 12, 2020
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GB A
Barcelona, Spain79 contributions
Take the F2 F2 funicular to the top
Sep 2020
Be sure to take the F2 funicular to the top from the Saint Jean station. The treat is a panoramic wonderful view of the city, overlooking Vieux Lyon (the old town). Entrance to the Basilique is free so be sure to go inside.
Written October 5, 2020
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Alisa L
Frankfurt, Germany67 contributions
A long walk up hill but worth it
Sep 2020 • Couples
Beautiful view from the hill, the Basilique is amazing and also free to enter. The outside bush needs some maintenance
Written September 13, 2020
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Lluis J
Geneva, Switzerland6 contributions
Impressive
Sep 2020 • Friends
A must see. Worth visiting. Walls, ceilings and the clock with all posible time measurements; moons, seasons.... impressive.
Written September 10, 2020
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia26,407 contributions
Impressive building
Aug 2019
Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere is a beautiful building. It was built in the late 19th century in the name of the Virgin Mary who is supposed to have saved the city from the bubonic plague that raged throughout Europe in 1643. The church is a wonderful work of art in itself, both inside and out. It stands on Fourviere Hill and can be seen from a considerable distance away. It is worth a visit and you would be really missing out if you left this sight off your itinerary.
Written July 25, 2020
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