Timeline
15:54
Arrive at Parc Sergent Blandan and find a spot facing west. The park is open from 06:30, so you have plenty of time to settle in before the light hits.
16:34
Watch the golden light begin at 16:34. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm hue over the sports grounds and the distant skyline.
16:54
Walk ten minutes to Les Dimanches chez Lou for a coffee. It is open from 09:30 on weekends, so it will be ready for you after the light show.
Local tip
The park is large and still under development. If you want a specific view of the city, aim for the higher ground near the skatepark area.
Check before you go
- Parc Sergent Blandan opens at 06:30.
- Les Dimanches chez Lou is open We-Fr 09:00-18:00 and Sa-Su 09:30-16:00. Check the day you plan to visit.
Worth knowing
- Les Dimanches chez Lou is open at 16:54 only on We, Th, Fr
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