Which timezone applies to this site?

Local time corresponds to the Europe/Paris timezone.

In which city is this sight listed?

The landmark is listed in Lyon.

How many community hosts are registered for this area in the database?

The network registers {f1} community hosts in the database.

Which source maintains the record for this landmark?

The entry is catalogued by TravelHub.

Lyon · Frankreich

Colonne du Méridien: was in der Nähe ist, wie man hinkommt und wann man fährt · 2026

Lyon demands navigating historic stone quarters on foot while balancing long administrative routines. Colonne du Méridien anchors a dense district where daily foot traffic and tram connections shape long stays.

Karte der Orte

In der Umgebung30

Wechselkurs0,89 €pro 1 $EUR — die LandeswährungStand: 02.11.2026

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Über den Ort

Colonne du Méridien stands as a permanent astronomical marker in the urban fabric of Lyon.

Colonne du Méridien reflects the scientific heritage and astronomical surveying efforts of Lyon. The monument marks historical meridian measurements that helped cartographers establish geographic positions across the territory. Visitors encounter the stone structure amid active pedestrian routes, where urban history meets modern daily transit without commercial barriers or formal ticketing checkpoints.

Residents living in central Lyon integrate such historical landmarks into everyday routines and pedestrian circuits. Public transport links and paved plazas connect the surrounding district to residential neighbourhoods and research institutions. The lack of interior shelter or seating means visits remain brief and outdoor weather conditions directly influence the experience for anyone studying or working nearby.

Verbände

Astronomical historyScientific heritage tied to regional mapping and meridian lines.
Pedestrian plazasOpen stone squares integrated into daily commuter paths.
Weather exposureOpen outdoor site with no covered waiting spaces during rain.
Public transit hubsRegular tramways and metro connections link nearby quarters.

Fakten

The monument sits within the municipal boundaries of Lyon.
TravelHub maintains verified local housing contacts in Lyon.
The site operates within the Europe/Paris standard time zone.

Aktualisiert am 10. September 2026Quelle: TravelHub

Colonne du Méridien: was in der Nähe ist, wie man hinkommt und wann man fährt · 2026

In der Umgebung30

Colonne du Méridien stands as a permanent astronomical marker in the urban fabric of Lyon.

Anreise und Unterkunft

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