Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Vieux Lyon
Lyon, France
Renaissance old town of narrow lanes, courtyards and secret passages.
Church, mosque or temple · France · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Ornate hilltop basilica overlooking Lyon.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière matters
The white basilica on Fourvière hill is the city's landmark. Inside, gold mosaics cover the walls and ceilings in glittering Byzantine-style detail. Outside, the terrace gives you the best free view over Lyon's rooftops and rivers.
Talking points
- The funicular from Vieux Lyon takes you up the hill.
- The interior is covered in mosaics.
- The terrace offers a wide city view.
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