Guided tours: The bastions of Blandan Park – Heritage Days 2026

Explore the military history and nature of Blandan Park

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days 2026, THE Blandan Park offers guided tours exceptional of its bastions. Inaugurated in September 2013, this 17-hectare park is a green oasis located at the junction of the 3rd, 7th and 8th arrondissements of Lyon.

This tour will immerse you in over five centuries of history, from the time of the Château de La Motte, a popular stopover for travelers including Marie de Medici, to its transformation into a military barracks in the 19th century. You will discover how the once fortified site became a green oasis while preserving its historical heritage. You will explore the high walls of the former Sergent Blandan barracks, which housed up to 1,193 men, and understand the evolution of this strategic location.

A fascinating immersion between military history, architectural heritage and urban nature, at the heart of an exceptional site which also offers a 1,300 m² skatepark.

Practical information for visits to Blandan Park

Dates: Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026
Schedules : From 9am to 5pm (guided tours all day)
Place : Parc Blandan, 17 rue de l'Epargne, 69007 Lyon
Price: Free - Reservation required (via the Heritage Days website)

Public transport:
– Tram T2: Stop Garibaldi Berthelot
– Metro B: Station Jean Macé
– Metro D: Station Garibaldi
– Bus C7: Stop Lamothe Madeleine

Audience : Suitable for all audiences.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover a site steeped in history, between military heritage and preserved nature, in the heart of Lyon!