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On this 2.5-hour journey through Lyon, France you will cycle on a highlights bike tour that unveils the city's most cherished landmarks and hidden treasures.
Embark on a scenic journey along the banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers, admiring majestic sights such as the Lyon Cathedral, Hotel Dieu, and Palais de Justice. Dive into the lively Croix-Rousse district, famed for its bohemian ambiance and vibrant street art scene.
Led by expert guides, this cycling escapade promises an unforgettable exploration of Lyon's rich tapestry of culture, history, and culinary delights.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting at our shop in Parking LPA Fosse aux Ours, 1 bis Pl. Antonin Jutard, 69003 Lyon. By metro D or Tram T1, stop at Guillotiere Gabriel Peri. Follow Cr. Gambetta west to the carousel, cross towards the river, and go down the stairs to our location under the bridge.
Itinerary
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1Lyon
Meet your guide in our shop for your morning or afternoon bike tour. Select your classic or elecctric bike, appropriate for your skill and experience level.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This impressive landmark was built in 1184 and served as a hospital for more than 800 years! Now a 5-star hotel and shopping center, these walls hold many stories of historical accounts and legends.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
La Croix-Rousse and its slopes are qualified as UNESCO heritage sites. La Croix-Rousse is the former working-class district of Lyon which housed the Canuts (or Lyon silk workers).
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This fresque completed in 1995 represents 2000 years of history featuring 25 historical and 6 contemporary figures from Lyon. Some of the most notable depictions are the Lumiere Brothers, Antoine de St-Exupéry and the Little Prince, and Paul Bocuse.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The most beautiful square in all of Lyon is home to the City Hall, Museum of Fine Arts, and the breathtaking Bartholdi Fountain. It serves as the perfect place to take photos, learn some interesting history and legends, and also take a pause and have a drink.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Palais de Justice and its passerelle are a pairing of two iconic landmarks to the city. From the passerelle visitors can see far and wide along the Soane river at the very heart of the city.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Sitting in the heart of the old town, this cathedral is an impressive structure. Built over three centuries starting in 1175 it has a mix of Gothic and Romanesque styles and features a 16th century astronomical clock.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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As the largest pedestrian square in Europe, Place Bellecour is surrounded by history, new and old. Here you can see the newly-renovated statue of King Louis the XIV, The Institute of Paul Bocuse, and a memorial to Antoine de St-Exupéry.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Finally, we’ll end our journey at La Confluence. The uniqueness of Lyon’s geography is demonstrated by the two waterways that the heart of the city is built between; at the confluence the two waters become one. This also gives a perfect view of the deconstructivist architecture of the area and the museum that sits there.
17 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum customer height for E-bike option: 165 cm
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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