Petite place des Salins, Community square in 2nd arrondissement, Lyon, France
The Petite place des Salins features a central concrete pergola fountain with three water cascades falling into a basin beneath artificial grass surfaces.
The square derives its name from the Salins du Midi salt warehouses that operated at 43 Quai Rambaud, maintaining their presence in Lyon on Gorge de Loup street.
The square gained recognition in 2019 when it hosted the World Pâté en Croûte Championship, highlighting Lyon's gastronomy traditions.
Visitors access the square through multiple entry points, with synthetic grass areas and two backed platforms providing comfortable seating arrangements.
The space incorporates metal staircases and concrete galleries, complemented by lamp posts designed to resemble oversized light bulbs.
Location: 2nd arrondissement of Lyon
Part of: thoroughfare network of Lyon
Address: Pt Pl. des Salins, 69002 Lyon, France 69002 Lyon
GPS coordinates: 45.73859,4.81466
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:37
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