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Basilica Esplanade – Basilica of Fourvière loop from Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale Saint-Jean

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Basilica Esplanade – Basilica of Fourvière loop from Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale Saint-Jean

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Basilica Esplanade – Basilica of Fourvière loop from Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale Saint-Jean

03:39

11.8km

420m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

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Site historique de Lyon

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

190 m

Notre-Dame Basilica

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Beautiful interior!

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2

817 m

Basilica Esplanade

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Essential in Lyon! Nice view

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943 m

Basilica of Fourvière

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Perched on a hill overlooking Lyon, the Fourvière basilica is an architectural and spiritual gem. Built in the 19th century, it impresses with its richly decorated interior and panoramic views of the city.

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6.10 km

Fort Saint-Jean

Castle

5

8.78 km

The Big Rock

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The Boulevard de la Croix-Rousse opens on the east side into a pleasant esplanade where 'Le Gros Caillou' has stood firmly in place for centuries. A huge boulder that was …

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6

9.70 km

Cour des Voraces (traboule)

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You can easily pass it if you don't know it: Place 9. Push open the door of this Traboule, and you'll arrive at Cour des Voraces: a famous courtyard with …

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7

11.4 km

Rue Saint-Jean

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The old part of Lyon is full of traditional restaurants on Rue Saint-Jean. Touristy, but still very rustic and comfortable.

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8

11.6 km

Saint-Jean Cathedral

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Saint John the Baptist (Saint Jean Baptiste), to whom the cathedral of Lyon is dedicated together with Saint Stephen (Saint Etienne), is – like Saint Joseph – a man on …

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9

11.7 km

Old Lyon

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Old Lyon is an enchanting district that exudes history and charm. Its cobbled streets, medieval buildings and mysterious traboules transport visitors to another time. Strolling through its streets, admiring the …

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11.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.86 km

1.63 km

1.46 km

648 m

202 m

Surfaces

8.30 km

2.29 km

735 m

385 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Comments

April 22, 2026,Panorama – Basilica of Fourvière loop from Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale Saint-Jean
Beautifull walk. One major downside is that the route guides you into a homeless camp. Did not feel safe at all..
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