Admire its rich heritage

Located just a few kilometers away, the green landscapes or The charming little villages of the Department join forces with the lovely city of Lyon, a UNESCO city.The two neighboring territories come together and complement each other in their uniqueness to form a single culture, that of the Lyon region. 

The architecture

At the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, Lyon is a city ​​rich in history and culture. From 1998, the capital of Gaul is listed in the Unesco World HeritageShe is known for her exceptional architectural heritage which spans over two millennia, but also for its unique neighborhoods such as: 

  • Old Lyon, recognizable by its narrow alleyways and mysterious passageways which reflect the splendor of the Italian Renaissance.
  • Fourvière Hill with the Notre-Dame Basilica which overlooks the city and offers a spectacular panoramic view.
  • The Peninsula, the vibrant heart of the city which is home to magnificent Haussmannian buildings and iconic places like the Place Bellecour or Place des Terreaux.
  • The Croix Rousses hill, marked by its past of silk manufacturing and by Canut revolt, 
  • ou confluences, a former district of industrial wastelands rehabilitated into an eco-district that combines boldness architecture and sustainable development.

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  • A drone view of Place Bellecour and Saint John the Baptist Cathedral in the city centre of Lyon.vwalakte-libre-de-droits-freepik
  • Shot of the immense statue of Louis XIV in Place Bellecour in Lyon.vwalakte-libre-de-droit-freepik
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  • LV – OT ONLY Lyon
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Gastronomy

World capital of gastronomyLyon is the birthplace of the famous Lyon corks where Traditional cuisine is featured. 

Lyonnaise cuisine refers to a traditional regional cuisine of the city of Lyon and the Lyonnais region – a former province which today corresponds to the southeast of the Rhône department. Lyon's cuisine draws on the best agricultural resources of the surrounding area. : livestock from Bresse and Charolais, game from Dombes, fish from Savoyard lakes, early vegetables and fruits from Drôme, Vivarais and Forez, but also, wines from Burgundy, Beaujolais and the Rhône Valley.

19th century the "mothers" of Lyon who cooked for the bourgeois families, They become independent and open their own restaurants. Although their cuisine was originally quite generous, their restaurants attract both the working and lower classes, as well as bosses and large industrialists who come to enjoy traditional dishes in a friendly atmosphere. Some dishes then become true gastronomic delicacies. which are enjoyed today in the famous Lyon bouchons.

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Culture

The dynamism of the city of Lyon is also evident throughout the year, through numerous cultural events, such as Nuits de Fourvière festival and the Festival of Lightswhich attract thousands of visitors from all over the world each year. 

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With its rich architectural, cultural and gastronomic heritage, Lyon is a unique and unmissable city in your exploration of the region.

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Admire the rich heritage of Lyon, a UNESCO city

Located at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, Lyon, a UNESCO city It has been listed as a World Heritage Site since 1998. This recognition enhances its rich architectural heritage, reflecting more than two millennia of history.

Old Lyon, with its narrow streets and traboules (covered passageways), exemplifies the Italian Renaissance. Fourvière Hill, dominated by Notre-Dame Basilica, offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. The Presqu'île, the heart of Lyon, a UNESCO cityIt is home to Haussmannian buildings and iconic squares. La Croix-Rousse recalls its industrial and social past, while the Confluence district embodies the alliance between modernity and sustainable development.

Lyon, a UNESCO city Lyon is also world-renowned for its gastronomy. The famous bouchons of Lyon celebrate a traditional cuisine born in the 19th century, inspired by the surrounding agricultural riches.

Finally, the cultural vitality of Lyon, a UNESCO city It is revealed through major events such as the Festival of Lights or the Nuits de Fourvière, which attract visitors from all over the world every year.