Parc de Parilly
Planned in 1937, Parc de Parilly is a vast park of the Lyon conurbation, covering 178 hectares between Bron and Vénissieux. Numerous sports facilities sit alongside the green spaces. Well served by metro, tram and bus, it is the address for sports fans and families.
A large conurbation park
Parc de Parilly is a park in the Lyon conurbation. Planned in 1937, it covers 178 hectares in the communes of Bron and Vénissieux. This scale allows you to get pleasantly lost, on foot, running or by bike.
Sport and leisure
Numerous sports facilities are found in the park; the English-language source mentions in particular a running track, a hippodrome and basketball courts. The park suits a training session as well as a family outing.
Getting there
The park is served by Lyon metro line D at Parilly station, tram line 2 at Parilly-Université station and bus lines C15/C15E, C17, C25, 26, 39, 52, 79 and 93. No hours are given: check before you come.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get to Parc de Parilly?
Metro D (Parilly), tram T2 (Parilly-Université) or several bus lines.
How large is the park?
178 hectares, in the communes of Bron and Vénissieux.
What can you do there?
Sport (running track, basketball courts, hippodrome) and walks.
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