Wall of the Canuts, Trompe-l'oeil mural in Croix-Rousse, France
The Mur des Canuts covers 1200 square meters of wall space, depicting a residential building with balconies, shops, and daily life scenes in Lyon.
Created in 1987 by CitéCréation, this mural celebrates the silk workers of Lyon who lived in the Croix-Rousse district during the 19th century.
The mural features references to Lyon's heritage through elements like the Guignol puppet theater and the storefront named 'Dreams of Silk'.
Located at 36 Boulevard des Canuts at the intersection with Rue Denfert-Rochereau, visitors can access the mural through the metro line C at Hénon station.
The artwork has undergone transformations in 1997 and 2013, with characters aging and scenes updating to reflect neighborhood changes over time.
Location: Lyon
Inception: January 1, 1986
Creator: CitéCréation
Creator: CitéCréation
Address: 36 Bd des Canuts, 69004 Lyon, France 69004 Lyon 69004 Lyon
Opening Hours: Montag-Donnerstag 14:00-17:00
Phone: +33478504457
Website: http://citecreation.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.77794,4.82798
Latest update: October 23, 2025 05:33
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