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Step beyond the postcard-perfect facades of Lyon and plunge into a five-century saga of ambition, exploitation, and culinary genius. On this immersive journey, you will discover how the delicate, lustrous strands of Renaissance silk and the robust, earthy flavors of working-class bouchons are inextricably linked. From the hidden traboules where resistance fighters and silk weavers once tread, to the steep slopes of the Croix-Rousse, uncover the gritty, glorious truth of the people who built Lyon's wealth with their hands and fueled it with their pans.
- A 3.2 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 120 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Foodways & Culinary Identity
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Lyon's main station, take local public transport toward Soierie Saint-Georges. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Soierie Saint-Georges, Lyon, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Maison des Canuts, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Lyon's main station. The departure point is Maison des Canuts, Lyon, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
One of the last active silk weaving workshops in Vieux Lyon, representing the Renaissance origins of the trade.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A classic traditional bouchon introducing the concept of the 'Mères Lyonnaises' and working-class cuisine.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Fresque des Lyonnais
A massive trompe-l'œil mural celebrating Lyon's historical figures, bridging food and fabric.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
An institutional bouchon where working-class dishes evolved into celebrated, calorie-dense cuisine.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Passage Thiaffait
A historic traboule showing the transition to the working-class weaver neighborhoods, now a creative hub.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Montee De La Grande Cote
The steep thoroughfare illustrating the physical toll of the Canuts' labor.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Traboule et Cour des Voraces
The most famous Canut traboule, featuring a monumental staircase and a history of violent worker revolts.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Maison des Canuts
A museum and active workshop dedicated to preserving the history and techniques of the Canuts.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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