Mémorial National de la Prison de Montluc
What is it: The Montluc National Memorial Prison is a former Nazi prison turned memorial, documenting the history of the French Resistance and deportations during World War II.
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Good to know before you go
- Emotionally intense content
- Quiet and reflective
- Text-heavy displays
Insider Tips
- Give yourself a quiet moment before entering the main area
- Notice small details like doors, windows and cell numbers
- Avoid planning something too noisy immediately afterward
Perfect for
- visitors intereseted in resistance stories
- Curious about deportation history
- Exploring Lyon’s wartime past
How to get there
Metro: take Metro Line D to Sans Souci and walk a few minutes to the memorial.
Tram: take Tram T4 to Manufacture Montluc and walk a short distance.
Bus: take Bus C7, C25, or 69 to Manufacture Montluc and walk a few minutes to the entrance.
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