Parc des Hauteurs, Urban park in Fourvière hill, Lyon, France
Parc des Hauteurs is an urban park on the Fourvière hill with gardens, pathways, and overlooks of Lyon below. It connects different elevation levels through walkways and staircases that run between the upper areas of the city.
The site once followed the path of the Tramway des Macchabées that ran through here. Archaeological finds from 1930 to 1950 brought to light Roman-era theater remains buried in this location.
The Jardin du Rosaire within the park displays hydrangeas, heritage roses, and fruit trees that visitors encounter along the paths. These plantings shape how people move through and experience the space.
The park is accessible via Lyon's TCL public transit system, with several lines serving the upper districts. The grounds include steep sections and staircases, so visitors should prepare for uneven surfaces and elevation changes.
A 600-meter-long footbridge called Quatre Vents links the Saint-Paul area to Loyasse cemetery and opens views toward the Saône river and Croix-Rousse. This elevated passage is a resting point that reveals unexpected vistas across two defining neighborhoods.
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