Saint-Fons

Saint-Fons

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Saint-Fons
Insee code	69199
Postcode	69190
Latitude	45.7088740
Longitude	4.8533740
Altitude	From 155 to 220 meters
Surface	6.06 km²
Population	16787 inhabitants
Density	2770 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National label			Vénissieux at 3.1 km (7 min)
Chief town	Lyon (at 8.9 km, 14 min)		Feyzin at 4.9 km (8 min)
Department	Rhône		Pierre-Bénite at 6.4 km (9 min)
Region	Rhône-Alpes		Search another town

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• History:

• From Antiquity to the beginnings of industrialization: In ancient times, Saint-Fons was a passage between Vienna and Lyon. Around the year 1000, a hospital was built at the crossroads of Quatre Chemins, for the poor and pilgrims. In the 15th century, a post office was built. It will be the base for the future development of this part of the territory. From the 17th century, a mill and a few taverns take their place beside her. The lives of some people revolves around the activities related to the river near the Rhone. In the early 1800s, is a hamlet of Saint-Fons Vénissieux composed of a coaching horses and a few houses. Mottard family has the largest area: Cressonnière. Part of the land of the village belong to owners who let them in Vénissieux free grazing until 1832. At that time, the Hill of Bells was covered with vines, while a towpath along the shores of the Rhone. However, people develop craft activities (boat repair, tile, manufacture of dyes, etc.). As a basis for future industrialization. At the turn of the 19th century, the city of Lyon wants to polluting industries away from downtown and extended the limits of the department of Rhone to Vénissieux (March 24, 1852). Urbanization and industrial expansion in competition with the interests of elected Vénissieux, traditionally agricultural town.
• The location of the chemical industry: The family Perret develops a production of sulfuric acid and starts building a factory in 1853 at a place called "baseless". The proximity of Lyon, Rhone and the presence of the arrival of the railway track in 1855 confirm the choice of location in the hamlet. The hamlet of Saint-Fons gradually takes the appearance of a small mill town in 1860. The working population and urban village has very little in common with the rural population of the town of Venissieux. Sainfoniarde industry is growing rapidly.
• The secession of Vénissieux and the birth of the town: The increasing industrialization and urbanization (3000 inhabitants in the 1870s) transformed the rural hamlet that was Saint-Fons. The idea of ​​making an autonomous municipality germ in many notables. Since 1873, local manufacturers and part of the population want to transform their village into town for various reasons: distance from the center of Venissieux, growing population, own financial resources, etc.. The claims of independence are expressed in a Trade Union Commission representing the entire population of the hamlet. The commission tries to escape the authority of the City Council Vénissieux who strongly opposed. But the notable sainfoniards obtained through their political support, a favorable position of the Prefect and the General Council on separation. This took the form of a law, presented October 21, 1886, the House of Deputies in Paris (now the National Assembly). Adopted March 27, 1888 and signed by Sadi Carnot, President of the Republic, this law authorizes the election of the first mayor, Prosper Monnet, May 20, 1888. Prosper Monnet is a Republican, he founded the Chemical Society of plants of the Rhone. If he resigns after 17 months in office, his action on the development of the City was decisive. The lives of workers is difficult, the city itself the goal of relieving their daily offering of municipal services nearby.
• An industrial development and population growth continued in the 20th century: with its official birth, Saint-Fons continues to grow, driven by the introduction of new plants (such as Ciba, Rhone-Poulenc, etc..) And the construction of housing for workers. The City is an area known for the production of dyes, chemicals and aspirin. If Saint-Fons experiencing significant economic growth, it leads to very difficult working conditions for workers. The Sainfoniards could, however, entertainment in the many taverns that lined the banks of the Rhone. Since the City has continued to grow to occupy a pivotal position at the south entrance of Lyon. Today, the entire territory of the municipality is urbanized and its development through the renewal of its urban fabric.

• Hobbies and activities:

• School of Music offers a comprehensive curriculum for children and adults.
• Center for Visual Arts, venue for contemporary art, hosting exhibitions and artists in residence, offering many activities to learn about contemporary art.
• Library by providing the public with a comprehensive background document, available on loan and consulting. It is also a meeting place for all audiences.
• Théâtre Jean Marais offers a varied program and having engaged in projects of cultural mediation.
• Sports: Saint-Fons is a sporting city which counts among its ranks many national and international champions. The city also has various structures for the practice of the fifty subjects available on the town.

The Saint-Fons Jazz Festival held every January.

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Enter Urban Saint-Fons (Northwest)		Witness the historic city: the church and 4-Cross Paths
Bookmark Urban Saint-Fons		West Zone Saint-Fons

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 12°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 9°C

Pizzeria La Romaine Saint-Fons Friendly restaurant, specialty pizzas and traditional Italian cuisine. Good value for money. In a warm room and air conditioned in summer, spend a relaxing time. Located in Saint-Fons From 15 € to 25 € per person

Cantine Café Restaurant Vénissieux Cantine Café Restaurant the American brewery, located in the industrial area of ​​Vénissieux welcomes you in a simple and nicely laid out. The room is spacious and bright. The menu,... Located 780 m from Saint-Fons 38 € per person

Le Fair Play   8.4 Lyon GERLAND PARK - What if we offered a culinary break in Lyon, a few steps from the stage of OL and plain games? Head-to-head with friends or colleagues, nothing like a restaurant meal... Located 2.6 km from Saint-Fons 28 € per person

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La Laurentine   Lyon Perched on the heights of Lyon and just steps from the Place Bellecour, the Laurentine is a 3* Guest house independent of 50 m² with 2 bedrooms bright and spacious duplex, scalable... Located 5.5 km from Saint-Fons From 100 € to 132 € the double room

Maison d'hôtes dans le Vieux Lyon   Lyon A charming guest house in old city, on top of Fourvière's hill. 4 guest rooms including 3 with independent access. Wifi, parking. A 15 minute walk or transport of Vieux Lyon, Bellecour... Located 6.1 km from Saint-Fons 87 € the double room

Le chat perché   Lyon At the entrance of the Renaissance district classified unesco heritage remarkably well situated for business or leisure stays, the cat perched offers luxury and calm in a bourgeois... Located 6.1 km from Saint-Fons From 90 € to 140 € the double room

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Le Jardin Des Etats   9.6 Lyon A new 24 sq. m studio apartment in a recently-renovated 1930's detached town house. Tastefully furnished and equipped to a high standard, with a small patio area overlooking the garden.... Located 2.8 km from Saint-Fons 300 € per week

'Les terrasses de l'observatoire' Saint-Genis-Laval 3 keys 3 *** 72 m²,3 rooms + kitchen - bathroom with toilet sink independent - 3 beds for 5 people I rollaway bed for 6th person - Terrace 21 m² - parking ground garden and basement... Located 5.3 km from Saint-Fons 515 € per week

Gîte La Clé des Artistes   9.1 Saint-Genis-Laval If you want to relax in a quiet and relaxing place, discover our cottage on the 1st floor of a new home.           the property of 3600 m² located in a residential area offers contact... Located 5.3 km from Saint-Fons 450 € per week

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Camping Indigo Lyon   Lyon Situated just outside the capital of the Rhône-Alpes region and ideally located for visiting Lyon and the Beaujolais... Lyon Indigo Campsite**** is situated in Dardilly, just outside... Located 6.3 km from Saint-Fons

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Hotel de l'Europe      7.3 Pierre-Bénite Ideally situated just 5 km from the centre of Lyon, Hotel de l’Europe offers comfortable and affordable accommodation. It offers free Wi-Fi access. It is located close to the Perrache... Located 2.5 km from Saint-Fons Room from 59 €

Campanile Lyon Sud - Oullins      8.6 Oullins Set 6 km south from the centre of Lyon, this eco-friendly hotel is located on the banks of the Rhône River. It offers free Wi-Fi access, a 24-hour reception and an on-site lounge bar.... Located 2.7 km from Saint-Fons Room from 49 €

ibis Lyon Gerland Merieux      7.9 Lyon Situated in Lyon, in the business district of Guerland, this property features a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi and private parking. Guerland Stadium is 200 metres away while the metro... Located 2.9 km from Saint-Fons Room from 50 €

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