Francheville (; ) is a commune in the Metropolis of Lyon, region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, eastern France. Geography Francheville is a western suburb of Lyon. Surrounding communes In the Metropolis of Lyon: Craponne Lyon Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon Tassin-la-Demi-Lune In the Rhône department: Brindas Chaponost Transport Several buses from the center of Lyon : Lines 14, 29, 30, C2O Population City partnerships Hanau, Loano, Sites of interest Château de Francheville, listed as a monument historique. Fort du Bruissin, an old military fort References External links Official site Communes of Lyon Metropolis Lyonnais