PierreBénite

Pierre-Bénite is a commune in eastern France, located in the Metropolis of Lyon within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It lies on the left bank of the Rhône, just south of Lyon, and forms part of the Lyon metropolitan area. The town has a residential character with a mix of housing and light commercial development along the river corridor.

The name and history of Pierre-Bénite reflect its medieval parish origins, with growth tied to the expansion of Lyon and the river trade during the industrial era. Over time, the area developed as a suburban community serving workers who commuted to Lyon and surrounding industrial sites.

Administratively, Pierre-Bénite is part of the Metropolis of Lyon, a unique French territorial collectivity that coordinates services across multiple communes. The local government is led by a mayor and municipal council.

A notable feature of the commune is the Lyon-Sud hospital complex (Centre hospitalier Lyon-Sud), which serves a large portion of southern Lyonnais and contributes to the local economy and employment. The town is connected to Lyon and the wider region by major roads and is integrated into the Lyon public transit network, providing accessibility for residents and commuters.

Demographically, the population consists of a mix of families and long-term residents, with population levels fluctuating within the range typical for suburban communes around Lyon. Pierre-Bénite participates in intercommunal cooperation within the Métropole and maintains local amenities such as schools, shops, and cultural facilities that serve its residents.