The “De points de vue en vallons” route alternates between meadows and woodland. In Parc du Brulet, part of the underground channel of the aqueduct is visible.
Nature and Activities
The “Sainte-Foy balcon vert de Lyon” Trail Station offers three trail routes and three Nordic walking routes. All routes start in Parc Bourrat. Parc Marius Bourrat was created south of Fort de Sainte Foy.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon will find local information here to help plan their trip.
History and Buildings
The Beaunant Siphon Bridge of the Gier Aqueduct is located in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon at the Yzeron siphon. The siphon bridge of the Beaunant Aqueduct has 30 arches. At the Maison de l’Aqueduc, a model shows the siphon bridge of the Gier Aqueduct; information panels also explain the four aqueducts that supplied Lugdunum.
Fort de Sainte Foy was built between 1830 and 1840. It is part of the so-called small belt of fortifications, which was intended to enclose the fortifications of Fourvière.
The first two levels of the Tour Relais Chappe have been converted into a museum. The tower belonged to Claude Chappe’s optical telegraph network on the Paris–Lyon–Toulon route.
Cultural Sites
The Thien Minh Pagoda is a Buddhist temple in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon. By prior appointment, it offers guided tours with an introduction to meditation. The gardens open to visitors at Thien Minh Pagoda include Japanese cherry trees and lotus flowers.
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