Mosques in Vénissieux
The main mosques of Vénissieux, France, on a map: address, facilities, accessibility and today's prayer times.
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Times computed from the mosque coordinates using the Muslim World League method, for guidance only.
See also
Main mosques
- Ottoman Mosque (ACCTL)
- Es-Sunna Mosque
- Bilal Mosque
- Al Forqane Mosque
- Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Mosques in the metropolitan area
Other mosques listed within a 25 km radius of the city centre, with a known name and street address.
- Ottoman Mosque (ACCTL)Rue Marcel Pagnol, Vénissieux1.9 km
- El-Houda MosqueRue Jules Froment, Lyon3.4 km
- Grand Mosque of Saint-PriestRue des Lys, Saint-Priest4.0 km
- Mosque of Rillieux-la-PapeMontée Castellane, Rillieux-la-Pape12.9 km
- Mosquée de MiribelRue de la Paix, Miribel16.0 km
- Mosquée de MontluelAllée des Lilas, Montluel20.9 km
- Mosquée de ChavanozRue de l'Emaillage, Chavanoz24.2 km
Vénissieux is one of the largest communes in the Lyon agglomeration, located south-east of the city. With a diverse population and a long history of welcoming communities, the city is home to one of the most active Muslim communities in the metropolitan area. Vénissieux stands out for having the highest number of mosques in the agglomeration after Lyon itself.
Where to find a mosque in Vénissieux
Vénissieux has 8 mosques, making it the best-served suburb in the Lyon area. Key places of worship include Mosquée Es-Sunna, Mosquée Bilal, Mosquée Sunna, Mosquée Al Forqane, Mosquée Eyüp Sultan, and Mosquée Ottoman (ACCTL). This variety reflects the cultural richness of the local Muslim community, which brings together worshippers of diverse origins. Each mosque holds the five daily prayers, and several organise cultural and educational activities.
Public transport access
Vénissieux is served by metro line D, with Vénissieux station as the southern terminus. Tram line T4 provides additional connections to neighbouring areas. From the metro station, central Lyon can be reached in around twenty minutes, making it convenient for worshippers travelling between the two cities.
Local context
Vénissieux is notably known for the Minguettes neighbourhood, a large housing estate that has been the focus of ambitious urban renewal programmes. The city is undergoing a gradual transformation, with new facilities and public spaces. Community and cultural life is particularly vibrant, and the mosques play a central role in the local social fabric.
For a complete overview of prayer spaces in the region, visit our page on mosques in Lyon.