Koba Mosque
Koba 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
- Phone
- +33 4 78 28 69 89
The Koba Mosque is a place of prayer in Lyon's 4th arrondissement, on the Croix-Rousse plateau. Its name pays tribute to the Quba Mosque near Medina, regarded as the first mosque founded by the Prophet Muhammad, a choice that highlights the symbolic reach of the place.
A mosque of the Croix-Rousse plateau
The Koba Mosque welcomes worshippers for the five daily prayers and Friday prayer. It takes on a particular role during the month of Ramadan, with the nightly Tarawih prayers and iftar gatherings, as well as during the celebrations of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. It can be reached by telephone for practical enquiries. The community that keeps it alive maintains a close bond with the plateau's residents, mixing families that have lived here for generations with more recent arrivals.
The Croix-Rousse plateau
The 4th arrondissement, historically linked to silk weaving and the famous canut workers, occupies the plateau that overlooks the Pentes de la Croix-Rousse. It is a neighbourhood with a strong character, with tall buildings designed to house looms, its traboules and small squares where daily life is especially lively. The daily market along Boulevard de la Croix-Rousse is one of Lyon's iconic gatherings. The heights offer an open view over the Saône and the Presqu'île, which makes the area sought after for its quality of life.
Getting there
The Koba Mosque is accessible by Metro Line C, which links Hôtel de Ville to Cuire and serves the main stations of the 4th arrondissement, including Croix-Rousse and Hénon. Several bus lines complete the network, with links to Part-Dieu and Vaise. From the city centre, allow ten to fifteen minutes by public transport. Parking is regulated on the plateau, so public transport or walking from nearby stations is a better option.
Advice for visitors
Appropriate dress is expected, and shoes are removed before entering the prayer hall. Friday prayer and religious holidays draw large crowds, so arriving a little early is wise. A discreet visit, respectful of prayer times, is always appreciated.