Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière

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The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière was completed in 1884. It has a Roman-Byzantine interior with mosaics and marble. The esplanade provides clear views of Lyon below.

On day 7 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Entry to the basilica is free.
Time needed
One to two hours.
Best time
Early morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Funicular from Vieux Lyon station.

Itineraries with Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière

Day 7 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

To Lyon: Fourvière and Vieux Lyon

How Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Train to LyonLoire Valley
  2. 13:30Basilica of Notre-Dame de FourvièreLyon
  3. 15:00Ancient Theatre of FourvièreLyon
  4. 16:30Vieux Lyon and the traboulesLyon
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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière questions

Is the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière free to enter?

Yes. The main basilica has free entry.

How do you reach the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière?

Take the funicular from Vieux Lyon. It stops near the basilica entrance.

What can you see from the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière?

The terraces give views across Lyon. On clear days the Alps are visible.

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