Saint-Laurent-De-Mure

Saint-Laurent-de-Mure brings together sacred architectural history, traces of its former water supply, and a range of leisure activities. You can use these to focus your trip in different ways: churches and chapels, a playful discovery of cultural heritage, or leisure activities. Its proximity to Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport may also be important when planning your arrival.

Churches and Chapels

The church in Saint-Laurent-de-Mure was built in 1855 in the neo-Gothic style. Its treasury preserves liturgical ornaments and a 17th-century painting depicting the life of Saint Francis of Paola. The church also contains an early Christian tombstone. Its architecture and preserved objects thus reflect different historical periods.

The Chapel of Notre-Dame-des-Anges stands in Poulieu. It preserves a marble high altar from the late 17th century and was rebuilt in a simple style in 1866–1867. From 1870 to 1966, it served as the burial chapel for the priests of Saint-Laurent-de-Mure. The rebuilding and its later use form two distinct chapters in its history.

Fountains, Wall Remains, and Cultural Venues

The Puits du Billon is a neighborhood well that supplied about twelve houses with water in the 18th century. Remains of the town wall, known as the “Vingtain,” have been preserved in several places in Saint-Laurent-de-Mure. The well represents the town’s former water supply, while the wall remains add architectural traces of the town to the picture.

The Château Delphinal now hosts municipal events. The Bâtisse du Bois du Baron was renovated in 2007 and houses a cultural venue with an auditorium and exhibition halls. The two buildings serve different purposes: municipal events at the château, and a cultural venue with various spaces for cultural activities and exhibitions at the Bâtisse.

Gnolus and Leisure Activities

A Gnolus geocaching trail has been set up in Saint-Laurent-de-Mure. Les Gnolus is a GPS-based digital treasure hunt, considered a family-friendly walk for discovering the town’s cultural heritage in a fun way. Its GPS-based format offers a playful way to engage with cultural heritage alongside the churches and historic traces.

A report from 2025 named the Château Delphinal as the starting point for the 1.5 km Gnolus trail and described the trail at the time as open to everyone. This information refers to 2025; check the latest trail information before visiting.

The skatepark at Clos de la Foire is open and has a ramp, a run-up, a slide, a double wave, a chin bank, and a low wall. If you plan to visit the skatepark, check the facilities before you go.

The intercommunal swimming pool welcomes visitors year-round for leisure activities or individual lessons. Offerings include, among other things, baby swimming, a water play area, and water aerobics. Check the latest opening and program information before visiting.

Other Practical Information

At O'Paille en Queue, takeaway options include homemade chilies and rougails, as well as turmeric, massalé, and house sauces. If you want to take home specific products, check their availability in advance.

Saint-Laurent-de-Mure is near Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport. Bus line 47, in the direction of Saint-Laurent-de-Mure Maréchal Juin, serves the airport at the Aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry Gare Routière stop. If you plan to use this connection, check the latest timetable before setting off.

When narrowing down your options, you can choose between sacred and local history, the playful Gnolus treasure hunt, and leisure activities such as the skatepark or swimming pool. The airport’s proximity and the bus line are separate travel considerations. Compare specific hotel offers using the criteria that matter for your stay.

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