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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › LyonLyon - Wikipedia

    Lyon [c] ( Franco-Provençal: Liyon ), formerly spelled in English as Lyons, [d] is the third-largest city of France. [e] It is located at the confluence of the rivers Rhône and Saône, to the northwest of the French Alps, 391 km (243 mi) southeast of Paris, 278 km (173 mi) north of Marseille, 113 km (70 mi) southwest of Geneva, 58 km (36 mi) ...

  2. Commanding a strategic spot at the confluence of the Rhône and the Saône Rivers, Lyon has been luring people ever since the Romans named it Lugdunum in 43 BC. Commercial, industrial and banking powerhouse for the past 500 years, Lyon is France's third-largest city, and offers today's urban explorers a wealth of enticing experiences.

  3. Comprehensive information on Lyon's heritage, cultural and sporting activities, leisure and outings for tourists as well as leisure and business information for tourism professionals. Booking centre for hotel reservations and show tickets.

  4. May 13, 2024 · Lyon, capital of both the Rhône département and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes région, east-central France, set on a hilly site at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. It is the third largest city in France, after Paris and Marseille.

  5. 4 days ago · 1. Climb the city's hills. Lyon’s two hills are known as the working hill (Croix-Rousse) and the praying hill (Fourvière), the former being the old silk-weaving district (hence the "working") and the latter crowned by Fourvière Basilica . The views from both are spectacular.

  6. 4 days ago · Even though Lyon is the third-largest city in France, it feels like a hidden gem. Surprisingly, 2/3 of Lyons visitors are business travelers! Lyon is a lot less ‘touristy’ than its big sister, Paris — but there are plenty of must-see attractions in Lyon that make it definitely worth a visit! 1. Visit Place Bellecour.

  7. www.france.fr › en › destinationLyon - Explore France

    Welcome to Lyon, a city of rich history, founded as a Roman city, and now known as France's gastronomic capital. This vibrant city offers a blend of old town charm, famous landmarks, and a lively sporting scene, led by Olympique Lyonin.

  8. Lyon. This stunning and eminently manageable museum showcases France's finest collection of sculptures and paintings outside of Paris, from antiquity onwards… Pont d'Arc. Lyon & the Rhône Valley. Spanning the Ardèche Gorge, this striking natural bridge is a must-see when visiting the area. Located 5km south of Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, this 54m-high arch…

  9. Lyon is the capital of the French administrative region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. A city of half a million, Lyon alone is the country's third-largest city, but its metropolitan area is only second in population to Paris.

  10. Apr 13, 2021 · Nestled between the French Alps to the east and Burgundy wine country to the north, Lyon is one of France's grandest and most exciting cities. Boasting thousands of years of history—reflected in impressive Roman ruins and architecture dating to the medieval and Renaissance periodsLyon is also resolutely modern.