Fontaines-sur-Saône

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Fontaines-sur-Saône, Riverside commune in Metropolis of Lyon, France

Fontaines-sur-Saône extends along the left bank of the Saône River, incorporating the northern section of Île Roy within its municipal boundaries.

The population of this administrative territory grew steadily from 5,313 residents in 1968 to more than 7,000 inhabitants by the early 21st century.

The municipality organizes regular community events and public forums where residents participate in discussions about local development and future planning initiatives.

Located 10 kilometers north of Lyon, the commune offers comprehensive public transportation connections to neighboring urban centers within the metropolitan area.

The territory encompasses half of Île Roy, an island in the Saône River, while the southern portion belongs to the neighboring commune of Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or.

Location: canton of Neuville-sur-Saône

Location: Metropolis of Lyon

Location: Arrondissement of Lyon

Location: departmental district of the Rhône

Elevation above the sea: 211 m

Shares border with: Fontaines-Saint-Martin, Caluire-et-Cuire, Rochetaillée-sur-Saône, Rillieux-la-Pape, Sathonay-Camp, Sathonay-Village, Collonges-au-Mont-d'Or

Address: 69270 Fontaines-sur-Saône, France 69270 Fontaines-sur-Saône 69270 Fontaines-sur-Saône

Phone: +33472429595

Email: contact@fontaines-sur-saone.fr

Website: http://fontaines-sur-saone.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.83583,4.84500

Latest update: June 6, 2025 14:28

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