Church of Sainte-Blandine, Lyon
The church of Sainte-Blandine is a Catholic church in Lyon's 2nd arrondissement, at the southern end of the Presqu'île. Built around 1888 by the architects Clair Tisseur and Joseph-Étienne Malaval, it is listed in the General Inventory of Cultural Heritage. Discreet yet carefully built, it is a pleasant stop on a stroll through the district that bears its name.
At the south of the Presqu'île
The church stands in the 2nd arrondissement, at the southern tip of the Presqu'île between the Rhône and the Saône. The Sainte-Blandine district, long shaped by the railway activity around Perrache, has changed over the years. The church is an easy walk from Place Carnot, or a short hop by public transport from the nearby Perrache station.
The work of Clair Tisseur
The building dates from around 1888 and bears the hand of architects Clair Tisseur and Joseph-Étienne Malaval. Its heritage interest earned it a place in the General Inventory of Cultural Heritage. It is worth pausing here for a few minutes, sheltered from the bustle of the Presqu'île, to take in the care given to the construction.
Pair it with a walk
The church is best seen in passing, on a walk towards the Confluence and the Musée des Confluences, or heading back up the Presqu'île to Place Bellecour. The area invites you to wander along the riverbanks and through its renovated streets. Plan the stop as a short break rather than a main stage of the day.
Frequently asked questions
Which district is the church of Sainte-Blandine in?
It is in the 2nd arrondissement, at the south of the Presqu'île, in the Sainte-Blandine district near Perrache station.
When does the church date from?
It was built around 1888 by architects Clair Tisseur and Joseph-Étienne Malaval.
Is it recognised as heritage?
Yes, it is listed in the General Inventory of Cultural Heritage.
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