Lyon 5ème Apartment

The address 59 montée de Choulans, located in the 5th arrondissement of Lyon, lies on a symbolic route connecting the Saône quays to the historic Saint-Just district. This road, about 1.75 km long, has an average slope of 5.4% and features sharp turns, making it a heavily used and sometimes accident-prone route.

Environment and Living Conditions

The area is residential and benefits from immediate proximity to major heritage sites such as the Basilica of Fourvière and the ancient theater of Lyon. Montée de Choulans is also bordered by Place Eugène-Wernert, where Gallo-Roman mausoleums are displayed, reflecting the city’s rich historical past.

Safety and Recent Developments

Due to its layout and heavy traffic (around 25,000 vehicles per day), montée de Choulans has been the scene of several serious accidents. Following these events, including the tragic death of a high school student in 2021, measures have been taken to improve safety:
• Reduction of the maximum speed limit to 30 km/h.
• Creation of dedicated lanes for buses and cyclists in both directions.
• Installation of educational speed cameras and increased traffic enforcement.
• Ongoing studies to secure pedestrian pathways and crossings.

Accessibility

59 montée de Choulans is well served by public transport:
• Bus: lines C20, C21, 55, 90, among others.
• Metro: Perrache station (line A) about a 4-minute walk away.
• Funicular: Saint-Just station nearby.
• Train: Lyon-Perrache station accessible in under 10 minutes on foot.

Conclusion

59 montée de Choulans offers a living environment combining historic charm and accessibility. However, the road’s particular topography and heavy traffic require increased vigilance from both residents and road users.
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/