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Great Synagogue of Lyon
CultureVisit: ~15 min
Synagogue on Quai Tilsitt, on the Presqu'île, beside the Saône, opened in 1864 and in the Neo-Byzantine style. It is the main Jewish temple in Lyon and one of the most monumental in the city. Its façade is what can easily be seen from the street; access to the interior is subject to organised visits.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Great Synagogue of Lyon: 2 missions
- Stroll along the quai Tilsitt beside the SaôneWalk along the quay from the synagogue to the nearest bridge and look at the houses of Vieux Lyon on the other side of the river.
- Photograph the façade of the Great SynagogueFrom the quai Tilsitt, photograph the whole façade and its Byzantine-inspired arches.
Near Great Synagogue of Lyon
Montée du Gourguillon286 m awayPlace Bellecour353 m awayBasilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay387 m awayDaniel et Denise Saint-Jean397 m awaySaint-Jean Cathedral416 m awayThéâtre des Célestins422 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Great Synagogue of Lyon?
Allow about 15 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Great Synagogue of Lyon?
Stroll along the quai Tilsitt beside the Saône and Photograph the façade of the Great Synagogue.
What is there to see near Great Synagogue of Lyon?
Montée du Gourguillon (286 m), Place Bellecour (353 m) and Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay (387 m).
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