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Cobblestonestreets and half timbered houses in the medieval village of Pérouges near Lyon

9 Best Day Trips from Lyon, France (2026 Guide)

Lyon’s location near the Alps, the Beaujolais hills, and the Rhône Valley makes it one of the best-placed cities in France for day trips. Within an hour or two by train or car, you can be standing in a medieval village frozen in the 15th century, tasting wine at a family-run vineyard, or looking out […]

Historic street in Vieux Lyon with colorful Renaissance buildings and cobblestones

Vieux Lyon Guide: What to See, Eat, and Do

Table of contents What makes Vieux Lyon special Best things to see in Vieux Lyon How to visit the traboules Where to eat in Vieux Lyon< Best time to go How to get there and get around Practical tips for visitors FAQs Conclusion What makes Vieux Lyon special Vieux Lyon is one of the best-preserved

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