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💛 Why we love it

Located at the northern tip of the Croix-Rousse plateau, Place Bellevue aptly bears its name. This natural lookout, perched on the heights of Lyon, offers spectacular views of the city and its surroundings.

1 Rue Bodin, 69001 Lyon

Located at the northern end of the Croix-Rousse plateau, Place Bellevue is aptly named. This natural belvedere, perched on the heights of Lyon, offers a spectacular view of the city and its surroundings.

Panoramic view

From the top of this unique promontory, the panorama is striking:

To the north, the view extends to the Monts d'Or and the Dombes plateau
To the east, we discover the Rhone plain, and on a clear day, the Alps chain
To the southeast, the view extends to the modern district of Part-Dieu and its Crayon tower
On clear days, you can even see Mont Blanc

Development of the square

This urban esplanade was designed to highlight its exceptional panorama:

Stone benches allow you to comfortably contemplate the view
An orientation table helps to identify the remarkable points of the landscape
Green spaces and trees provide shade in summer
The traditional cobblestone floor recalls the history of the neighborhood

History of the place

Place Bellevue bears witness to the rich history of the Croix-Rousse district:

Formerly occupied by the city fortifications
Strategic observation point used since Roman times
A popular walking spot for silk workers in the 19th century
Redeveloped in the 20th century to become a public space accessible to all

Neighborhood life

Place Bellevue is an important living space for the neighborhood:

Popular meeting point for locals
A privileged space for amateur photographers
Popular site for watching sunsets over the city
Rest stop on the route through Lyon

Special moments

The square reveals all its magic at certain special moments:

At dawn, when the sun rises over the Alps
At dusk, when the city lights gradually come on
During the Festival of Lights, offering a breathtaking view of the illuminations
Summer evenings, when the cool air attracts walkers

Access and practical information

Accessible 24/7
Metro C: Croix-Rousse stop then 10 minutes on foot
Bus C13: Bellevue stop
Limited parking nearby
Ideal starting point for exploring the Croix-Rousse plateau

Advice for visitors

Bring a camera to immortalize the view
Come preferably early in the morning or late in the day for the light
Bring a pair of binoculars to observe the details of the landscape
Bring a city map to identify visible monuments

Our self-guided tours of Brotteaux

The bust of Claude-Marius Vaïsse, described as the Haussmann of Lyon

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March 4, 2024

The Palais de Flore, built by the architect Clément Laval in 1930, stands out for its imposing stature, reaching a height of 40 metres.

The Palais de Flore, the tallest building in France at the time

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March 4, 2024

The Palais de Flore, built by the architect Clément Laval in 1930, stands out for its imposing stature, reaching a height of 40 metres.

Brotteaux Station, a place full of history and transformations

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March 3, 2024

Welcome to the Gare des Brotteaux.
Please note that there was once a small wooden and plaster station, built in 1858 to accommodate the Lyon-Geneva line.