The Saône River as the Horizon

Property Description

A CHARACTERFUL APARTMENT IN LYON FACING FOURVIÈRE

Located on the third floor of a historic 18th-century mansion, this 120-square-meter apartment is set in one of Lyon's most iconic settings. From the Quai de Tilsitt, the view takes in the Saône River and Fourvière, while inside, original hardwood floors, a French-style ceiling, wood paneling, moldings, and a fireplace lend the space its distinctive character. The 45 m² living room serves as the centerpiece. An en suite bedroom, a separate kitchen, a cellar, an elevator, and a secure garage round out this property in the heart of Lyon.

THE APARTMENT AND ITS HISTORICAL HERITAGE
The building, constructed in the late 18th century, still embodies the hallmarks of that era's architecture. The apartment preserves this heritage in a particularly striking way: original hardwood floors, a French-style ceiling, exposed beams, cornices, moldings, wood paneling, antique doors, and a fireplace come together to create an interior where historical heritage truly defines the spaces. At 45 m², the living room sets the tone for the entire apartment. Its high ceilings and west-facing orientation enhance the room's spaciousness and naturally make it ideal for entertaining. The layout now emphasizes open spaces, featuring a bedroom with an en suite bathroom and a separate kitchen. This design reflects an apartment conceived as much for daily living as for entertaining.

A VIEW OF THE SAÔNE AND FOURVIÈRE
Here, the address plays a key role in the property's character. The apartment is located in the city center, on the banks of the Saône, with a direct view of the river and Fourvière. This vantage point creates an immediate connection to Lyon and its most recognizable landmarks. Shops and schools are within easy reach the TGV station is about a ten-minute trip, and Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport is about thirty minutes away. This central location allows you to experience the city on foot while maintaining quick connections to areas outside Lyon.

VALUABLE AMENITIES IN DOWNTOWN
In addition to its architecture and prime location, the apartment features two elements particularly sought after in Lyon's historic buildings: an elevator and a secure garage?the latter being separate and motorized. A storage unit also completes the apartment. Together, these elements embody what makes this property so special: a prime location in the heart of Lyon, an apartment distinguished by its architecture, an unobstructed view of the Saône and Fourvière, and everyday comforts tailored to city-center living.

THE AGENT'S PERSPECTIVE
What immediately struck me here was the harmony between the apartment and Lyon. Inside, the hardwood floors, wood paneling, French-style ceiling, and high ceilings give the rooms a real sense of presence. From the windows, the Saône River and Fourvière immediately situate the space within the city. And then there's the garage and the elevator?two features that really matter at this address. It's this combination of historic character, views, and everyday living that makes this apartment particularly appealing.
Philippe Sestier