Tell me about the Vinatier – Heritage Days 2026

Discover the history and heritage of the Vinatier Farm

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days 2026, there Vinatier Farm opens its doors for an event entitled Tell me about the Vinatier. Located on the site of the Vinatier hospital in Bron, this historic farm invites you to explore its heritage and history through visits and activities.

The program for these three days includes guided tours of this historically significant site, which blends architectural heritage with the history of psychiatry. You can also enjoy the exhibition. Photographing the Sensitive: Le Vinatier in Images, displayed on the hospital's exterior gates, is the result of a photographic competition held in the spring of 2026 as part of the establishment's 150th anniversary.

A unique opportunity to delve into the history of this iconic site in the Lyon metropolitan area, between nature, heritage and institutional memory.

Practical information for the event Tell me about Vinatier

Dates and times:
– Friday, September 18, 2026: from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
– Saturday, September 19, 2026: from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
– Sunday, September 20, 2026: from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Place : La Ferme du Vinatier, 95 Boulevard Pinel, 69500 Bron
Price: Free - FREE ENTRANCE (Group visits by reservation only)

Public transport:
– Tram T6: Stop Vinatier
– Tram T2 / T5: Stop Desgenettes
– Bus C8: Stop Desgenettes-Vinatier Hospital
Access : Upon arrival at the main entrance of the hospital, please present yourself at reception.

Audience : Suitable for all audiences.

Group bookings: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, at 04 81 92 56 25 or by email at laferme@ch-le-vinatier.fr

Special event: Friday, September 18 at 5 p.m., prize-giving ceremony for the photography competition, followed by a concert by the group Whatever [shebringswesing] in partnership with the Léonard association.

Don't miss this immersion in the history and heritage of Vinatier, combining cultural discovery and festive moments!