in France

Lyon

France's gastronomic capital, a Renaissance city of hidden passageways where two rivers meet.

Notable spots

Vieux Lyon
Area
Renaissance quarter laced with secret covered passages called traboules.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Landmark
Les Halles de Lyon
Food

Best months: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep and Oct

👕 Lyon in Oct: Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.

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