La Sucrière is a building in Lyon, located on the banks of the Saône in the Confluence district. Constructed in the 1930s on the docks of Lyon-Confluence, it is one of the few historical buildings remaining in the district. The building was originally a former sugar factory and later used as a warehouse until 1993. It has since been completely renovated, including work carried out in 2012 by the agency Z Architecture.
The building consists of four distinct spaces and is used for a wide range of events, including concerts, trade shows, and fashion shows. It also includes a rooftop venue called Le Sucre, described as a contemporary cultural and artistic space that hosts clubs, conferences, concerts, and aperitifs throughout the year. La Sucrière is categorized as a Monument historique, a museum in Lyon, and a centre d'art contemporain, reflecting its role in the city’s cultural landscape.
Nearby Objects
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Orange Cube 250 m away -
Musée des Confluences 600 m away -
Pont Raymond Barre 650 m away -
Patinoire Charlemagne 650 m away -
Sainte-Blandine de Lyon 1100 m away
La Sucriere in the Confluence District
La Sucriere is a building in Lyon located on the banks of the Saone in the Confluence district. It was constructed in the 1930s on the docks of Lyon-Confluence. As one of the only historical buildings remaining in the district, it holds a notable place in the area's built heritage. The building has also been completely renovated, reflecting its continued presence within a district that has changed significantly over time.
From Sugar Factory to Cultural Venue
La Sucriere was originally a former sugar factory and was later used as a warehouse until 1993. The building was renovated in 2012 by the agency Z Architecture. It now consists of four distinct spaces, and its versatile layout allows it to host a wide range of events, including concerts, trade shows, and fashion shows. The building also includes a rooftop venue called Le Sucre, which is presented as a contemporary cultural and artistic space. Throughout the year, Le Sucre hosts clubs, conferences, concerts, and aperitifs.
Heritage and Current Use
La Sucriere is categorized as a Monument historique in the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon, in the Presqu ile area of the city. It is also identified as a Centre d art contemporain and as a museum in Lyon, linking it to contemporary art in France. The rehabilitation of La Sucriere is referenced on the official site of Z Architecture, indicating attention to its adapted use and preservation.