Guided tour of the Saint-Polycarpe church – Heritage Days 2026

An architectural treasure in the heart of the slopes of Croix-Rousse

For the 2026 European Heritage Days, come and discover the’Saint Polycarp Church, an iconic building located halfway up the Croix-Rousse. Built in the 17th century for the Oratorians, this church is distinguished by its majestic classical façade completed in the 18th century and its rich interior heritage.

This guided tour will allow you to admire its remarkable architecture, its altarpiece, its paintings by masters as well as its historic organ by Augustin Zeiger, while discovering the key spiritual and social role that this church played with the silk workers' community.

Heritage Days 2026 Program

• Guided tour with commentary: Discover the history of the building, the monumental facade, the choir and the elements of sacred art.
• Focus on glass and musical heritage: Presentation of the stained glass windows and the monumental 19th century organ.

Practical Information & Access

Access is fully free.

Address : 25 Rue René Leynaud, 69001 Lyon

Public transport:
– Metro C: Station Croix-Paquet Or City Hall – Louis Pradel
– Bus: Lines C13, S6 (Stop 1st Arrondissement Town Hall Or Croix-Paquet)