Discover Lyon by Hire Car
The French city of Lyon is located in eastern France at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers.
It has nearly 470,000 inhabitants, making it France’s third largest city in the country’s second largest metropolitan area.
It was founded in 43 BC by the Romans. During the Industrial Revolution, the city gained its wealth from the silk spinning industry which had its centre in Lyon.
Sights in Lyon
The cityscape of Lyon is dominated by the Basilica of Notre- Dame de Fourviére, which towers over the city on a hill. The historic centre of Lyon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Saint Jean Cathedral, the seat of the bishop of the Lyon diocese, is also located here.
The city is famous not only for its unique architecture, but also for its local cuisine, where influences from the Alps and the Mediterranean meet. To the north and south of the city are two famous wine regions, Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône, which are definitely worth a visit.
Arrival and free time in Lyon
In the city there are also for holidaymakers who arrive by plane numerous opportunities to hire car to explore the surroundings of the city comfortably. Lyon is also called the city of light, which is celebrated in honor of the light festival on December 8. Lyon also has a lot to offer culturally: in addition to over 30 museums and various theatres, there is also an opera in the city, which is also known beyond the region.
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