Forgotten History
Château de Pierre Scize
Caluire-et-Cuire, France
The Château de Pierre Scize or Château de Pierre Encise was a fortress in Lyon. It was built on a strategic location in the Middle Ages, facing the Saône at the western entrance to the city, the border between the Holy Roman Empire and the Kingdom of France. Originally home to the archbishop of Lyon, it began to be used as a state prison under Louis XI. The château was demolished in 1793 after the French Revolution.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Caluire-et-Cuire, France
- Coordinates
- 45.76670, 4.82139
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q8592
What is Château de Pierre Scize?
Château de Pierre Scize is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Villa Florentine, Food Traboule, amphitheater of Lyon, monument fontaine à Jean-Pierre Pléney.
Where is Château de Pierre Scize?
Château de Pierre Scize is in Caluire-et-Cuire, France. Coordinates: 45.76670, 4.82139.
How do I get to Château de Pierre Scize?
Château de Pierre Scize is at Caluire-et-Cuire, France (45.76670, 4.82139). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.