Lyon Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Old Lyon district, France
The cathedral displays both Romanesque and Gothic architecture with a large facade featuring sculptures, stone carvings, and three main entrance portals.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1175 under architect Jacques de Beaujeu and continued until its official opening in 1480.
The cathedral maintains its role as the seat of the Archbishop of Lyon and houses regular Catholic masses, ceremonies, and religious celebrations.
The cathedral opens daily from 8:15 AM to 7:30 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages through the tourism office.
The 14th-century astronomical clock inside the cathedral indicates time, dates, moon phases, and positions of constellations through mechanical precision.
Location: 5th arrondissement of Lyon
Inception: 1175
Architects: Jacques de Beaujeu
Official opening: 1480
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture
Address: 8 place Saint-Jean 69005 Lyon
Website: https://primatiale.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.76083,4.82722
Latest update: September 22, 2025 08:54
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Beautiful esplanade that offers a very impressive view of the cathedral! Superb monument of old Lyon!
Beautiful esplanade that offers a very impressive view of the cathedral! Superb monument of old Lyon!
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