Rue des Fantasques, Street in 1st arrondissement of Lyon, France
Rue des Fantasques is a street in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon that connects two main routes through a series of stairs and passages. It runs through a tightly woven part of the city center, linking different street levels together.
The street is located in an area with roots reaching back to Roman times, when the city was known as Lugdunum. Excavations in this part of Lyon have uncovered remnants from ancient settlements and daily life.
The street walls display artistic creations by a local artist known for transforming urban surfaces through colorful mosaic and tile work.
The street allows two-way cycling and has parking spaces on both sides for vehicles. Bicycle parking facilities are also available nearby for those traveling by bike.
A sealed entrance at number 12 once provided access to an underground network beneath Lyon with hidden chambers and secret passages. This hidden system is no longer actively used but remains part of local lore.
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