Montluc prison, National memorial in 3rd district, Lyon, France
The prison facility contains multiple buildings with thick stone walls, watchtowers, and cells arranged around a central courtyard in Lyon's industrial area.
From 1942 to 1944, German forces controlled Montluc prison, detaining 8,000 Jewish people and resistance members before their transfer to concentration camps.
The memorial site presents exhibitions, personal accounts, and historical artifacts that document the experiences of prisoners during World War II.
Located at 1 rue Jeanne Hachette, the memorial opens Wednesday through Saturday with guided tours in French and limited wheelchair access.
The Wall of the Executed, where German forces carried out death sentences, remains intact as a testament to the prison's darkest period.
Location: 3rd arrondissement of Lyon
Inception: 1921
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Fee: No
Address: 4 Rue Jeanne Hachette 69003
Phone: +33478536041
Website: http://memorial-montluc.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.75040,4.86175
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:43
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