Passage Mermet, Urban passageway with stairs in 1st arrondissement of Lyon, France
Passage Mermet links rue Burdeau with rue René-Leynaud through a network of narrow pathways and stone stairs in central Lyon. The route navigates different height levels and creates multiple transitions between the two streets.
This passageway emerged as part of the network of connecting routes that Lyon developed during urban transformation in the 1800s. Such passages were essential then for crossing a rapidly growing city more efficiently.
The walls display local artwork and reflect the creative expressions found throughout the first district. These pieces are regularly refreshed, showing how artists use public spaces here.
The route involves several stages with stairs, so wear good shoes and allow time to navigate comfortably. The numbered addresses 27, 27 bis, and 29 help with orientation when looking for specific buildings.
The uneven elevation changes between sections resulted from the natural slope of the land. This means each stair section offers different views of the surrounding buildings and passages.
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