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💡 Tips
- While the airport is close, the historical core around the church of Saint-Laurent is surprisingly peaceful in the morning.
- Parking is generally ample, but avoid the main routes during rush hours due to Lyon commuter traffic.
- Taking the local bus or carpooling is a cheaper alternative than airport parking if you are heading towards Lyon.
- Visit the local farmers market to get a true sense of the community vibe away from the transit hustle.
- To learn about the town's history, look out for the old sundial and traditional architecture near the church of Saint-Laurent.
🍽 Food
A classic Lyonnaise cured sausage, find it at a local charcuterie in the town center.
Pike dumplings in Nantua sauce, occasionally served in traditional brasseries nearby.
A sweet pink praline tart, available at bakeries on the main road.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Open Sunday mornings at Place de la Mairie for regional cheeses and meats.
Look for Côtes du Rhône wines in specialized cellars in the village.
A small but well-kept park by the town hall, first-rate for reading.
The surrounding farmlands offer flat, easy paths for a quick nature break away from the transit hustle.
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Saint-Laurent-de-Mure is a thriving commune in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, strategically positioned about twenty kilometers east of Lyon. Its modern development is inextricably linked to its proximity to the Lyon-Saint Exupéry International Airport and its accompanying TGV station, which serves as a major economic engine for the entire area. Traditionally a rural agricultural settlement in the Dauphiné province, the town has successfully navigated its transformation into a modern residential and business hub. A key local landmark is the Château de Mure, located in the Bois du Baron, a symbol of local history that now serves as a center for public life. The geography of the area consists of plains suitable for both large-scale logistics and preserved natural spaces, such as the extensive Baron forest. The town's population enjoys a high standard of living with well-developed educational and athletic facilities. Community identity remains strong, celebrated through annual festivals and a lively market life that keeps the spirit of the French village alive.
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Create a postcard- Location: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
- Highlights: Château de Saint-Laurent-de-mure · Église Saint-Laurent · Bois du Baron
- Nearby: Genas (6 km)
- Population: ~5.791
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 2 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| Rain mm | 54 | 46 | 54 | 62 | 82 | 67 | 65 | 66 | 62 | 82 | 85 | 63 |
Geography
Facts
- Distance to Lyon Airport is approx. 5 km
- Total area of 18.62 km²
- Member of the Est Lyonnais federation of communes
- Elevation ranges from 225 to 310 m
- Postal code 69720
- Twinned with the German town of Gundelfingen
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