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Church of Saint-Irénée
CultureVisit: ~30 min
Church on Fourvière hill dedicated to Irenaeus, bishop of Lyon in the 2nd century and one of the first great Christian theologians of Gaul. The current building dates from the 19th century and stands on a much older place of worship; beneath it lies a 9th-century Carolingian crypt. It is in the Saint-Just district, a few minutes' walk from the Roman theatres.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Church of Saint-Irénée: 2 missions
- Find out who Irenaeus of Lyon wasIn front of the church, read on your phone who Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyon in the 2nd century, was, and note down a sentence about his work.
- Photograph the façade of Saint-IrénéeClimb up to the church on the Fourvière hillside and photograph its façade and the whole entrance.
Near Church of Saint-Irénée
Odeon of Lyon (ancient Odeon of Fourvière)603 m awayGarden of Curiosities (Jardin des Curiosités)643 m awayGallo-Roman Theatre of Fourvière690 m awayLugdunum Museum759 m awayMontée du Gourguillon934 m awayBasilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière1.0 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Church of Saint-Irénée?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Church of Saint-Irénée?
Find out who Irenaeus of Lyon was and Photograph the façade of Saint-Irénée.
What is there to see near Church of Saint-Irénée?
Odeon of Lyon (ancient Odeon of Fourvière) (603 m), Garden of Curiosities (Jardin des Curiosités) (643 m) and Gallo-Roman Theatre of Fourvière (690 m).
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