Lyon à la Carte

Lyon has a population of 516,000 residents, with an average age of just 37. It is the second university town in France, with 140,000 students studying across 37 universities and Campuses, including 20,000 from overseas.

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Lyon boasts many historical monuments, such as Place Bellecour, Place des Terreaux, the Three Gauls Roman amphitheatre, and the Basilique de Fourvière.

Lyon offers a great quality of life that appeals to families and professionals. The city has over three hundred schools and many green spaces, such as the Parc de la Tête d'Or. The public transport network is well developed with modern tram lines, four metro lines and 147 bus lines. Lyon is home to Saint-Exupéry Airport, approximately 1 hour's drive from Geneva, and it has 2 train stations with TGVs to Paris and Marseille.

Why Buy Property in Lyon?

Lyon, the third-largest city in France, is a good compromise between urban and natural environments. Located in the Rhône department, this dynamic city is definitely worth a look for its economic, gastronomic and cultural dynamism, as well as the picturesque atmosphere of its narrow streets in Old Lyon. Here's more information and key benefits that make Lyon such a popular place to live and work.

•      A privileged location between sea and mountains, 2 hours by TGV from Paris and Geneva
•      At crossroads between the A6, A7, A42 and A43 motorways
•      Architecture; the Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière Basilica and the St-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral
•      Great quality of life and a family, and a trendy atmosphere
•      Peaceful walks and atmosphere on the banks and bridges of the Rhône River
•      Green spaces to relax; more than 300 green spaces (incl. the famous Parc de la Tête d'Or)
•      An effervescent nightlife and cultural scene
•      A dynamic industrial sector (Lyon is the leading industrial metropolis in France)
•      A rich university life thanks to its faculties, universities and schools of higher education
•      A status of world capital of gastronomy (with authentic 'bouchons lyonnais', Michelin-starred tables, gourmet restaurants and famous chefs)
•      A great city for lovers of sport and football. Lyon is home to Olympique Lyonnais, and all sports can be practised here: rugby, golf, basketball, handball, cycling, swimming, etc.

Which are the Best Areas in Lyon?

La Part Dieu

'La Part-Dieu' is one of the largest shopping areas in Lyon, which is what it is called by the Gones (slang for people of Lyon). Well served by tram, metro and bus, the area is great for shopping and eating, close to several green spaces (Nelson Mandela Park, Jeanne Jugan Square, etc.), and it also has a public swimming pool, a large library and an auditorium.

Invest in Monplaisir

If you want to invest in an area with a village atmosphere, your property hunter in Lyon should show you Monplaisir, dotted with small shopping streets and a friendly atmosphere, and which hosts a weekly farmers' market.

Dynamic Gerland

A former working-class district, Gerland is experiencing a boom in luxury residential construction. A dynamic district of Lyon, Gerland has a multitude of shops and infrastructure. Prices are affordable and are increasing, offering opportunities for added value.

Trendy Place Bellecour

A historic area, 'place Bellecour' is one of the most popular in the city of Lyon, you may have seen on TV before or sat at a terrace enjoying a salade lyonnaise in one of its shaded terraced cafés. Bellecour hosts events year-round and is centred on a large eponymous square bordered by gourmet restaurants and lively bars. Couples and friends often use this square, adorned with Napoleonic architecture, as a meeting point; it's a popular choice among wealthy buyers.

Soulful Croix-Rousse

Croix Rousse is punctuated by slopes and plateaux and evokes memories of times gone by when it was the centre of the silk trade. Discover the life of the canuts by browsing their museums and visiting the typical traboules. La Croix-Rousse is home to many works of street art and is ideal for those seeking a place with character and soul.

Peaceful Valmy

Located in the 9th arrondissement of Lyon, Valmy is served by metro D. This family area is home to several structures for children, such as multi-reception centres and schools. Valmy has four self-service bicycle stations. Valmy appeals to buyers looking to invest in Lyon and seeking a comfortable, quiet area.

Go for a stroll on the side of the outskirts of Lyon and discover the nearby towns of

•      Villeurbanne for its sports facilities (basketball, football ...) and its renowned schools
•      Dardilly and its countryside spirit, its many local shops and its cycle paths
•      Bron with its Parc de Parilly, its media library and the richness of its cultural life
•      Saint-Priest, the 2nd city of the metropolis after Lyon

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