El-Houda Mosque
El-Houda Mosque in Lyon, France: address, public transport access, facilities and today's prayer times.
Today's prayer times
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Times computed from the mosque coordinates using the Muslim World League method, for guidance only.
Contact and services
- Address
- 15 bis Rue Jules Froment, 69008 Lyon
- Phone
- +33 4 78 75 61 47
Mosquée El-Houda is a well-established place of worship in Lyon's 8th arrondissement, in the heart of the Bachut neighbourhood. Located on Rue Jules Froment, it serves a large and diverse Muslim community in this lively residential area of eastern Lyon.
A vibrant and well-connected neighbourhood
The Bachut area is one of the main hubs of the 8th arrondissement. It features numerous shops, open-air markets, and the Bachut media library, making it a dynamic part of the city. The population here is particularly diverse, reflecting the migration history of this part of Lyon. The mosque fits naturally into this urban fabric and serves as an important landmark for local residents.
How to get there
Access to Mosquée El-Houda is made easy by a dense public transport network. The Bachut-Mairie du 8e tram stop, on Line T2, is just a few minutes' walk away. Metro Line D is also accessible via the Mermoz-Pinel station, slightly further south. Several bus lines serve the area as well, making the mosque easy to reach from across the Lyon metropolitan area. For those arriving by car, parking can be difficult during peak hours and Friday prayers. Using public transport is recommended.
Practical advice for visitors
As with any mosque, visitors should remove their shoes before entering the prayer hall and wear appropriate clothing. Women are asked to cover their hair. On Fridays and during religious holidays, the mosque welcomes large numbers of worshippers. Arriving early is advisable to secure a spot. Outside of these busy times, the atmosphere is quieter and more conducive to contemplation.
Other mosques nearby
The 8th arrondissement is home to several Muslim places of worship. Mosquée Badr Eddine, also located in the 8th, offers a nearby alternative. A little further west, in the 7th arrondissement, Mosquée Es-Salem is also easily accessible. This concentration of mosques reflects the vitality of the Muslim community in eastern Lyon and allows worshippers to choose the location that best suits them based on where they live.