LYON
A dual city like its two rivers, the Rhone and the Saône and its twin hills: proud of its monuments that live side by side in perfect harmony with the most modern buildings, Lyon captivates its visitors and enchants them with its contrasts: intimate yet open, mysterious but bright, impetuous and nonchalant, it opens up its heart and its treasures as you stroll gently along its streets, and hillsides and down its bustling riverbanks.
Fall under the charm of this fine city, in an atmosphere where everything is a delight either for the eyes or for the buds. For, amongst all the arts, the art of “good-living” is the pride of Lyon. With, the parks and gardens, the boat cruises, the “carré d’or” shopping area where you find all brands and luxury names, and certain shops found only in Lyon, , whatever your tastes may be, you will find what you are looking for in Lyon.
Let yourself be seduced by the magic of the numerous starred restaurants such as Paul Bocuse, Pierre Orsi, or Nicolas Lebec

The city of Lyon has always enjoyed a strategic position at the crossroads of the major French and European communications routes.
Located 30 minutes from the city centre, Lyon - Saint Exupéry international airport runs flights to over a hundred cities, two-thirds of which are outside France. Lyon is 2 hours away from Paris on the TGV, 1h1/2 from the Alps and Geneva by car.

WHAT’S ON…

Festival of Lights
2009 - 4 days around December 8
The Fête des Lumières is free and open to all, and has its origins in the traditional December 8th celebration: since 1852, the Lyonnais have been decorating their windows with thousands of candles on this date.
It is first and foremost a festival that is :
• Popular, enjoyable and family-oriented
• Participative, with the public at the centre of the celebrations

A moment of wonder :
• Where dream and emotion intertwine
• Where the onlooker is astounded and enchanted
www.lumieres.lyon.fr

Nuits Sonores
2009 - May
More than 250 artists play each year at the ‘Nuits Sonores’ festival - from the most symbolic and international artists of the electronic music's history to the latest emergent musicians.Since its creation, a thousand artists from 30 countries have performed on the festival's stages, which are located every year in 40 to 50 places throughout Lyon.
www.nuits-sonores.com

SPECIAL OFFERS

Lyon Wonder Week-ends
April 1st to September 30th 2009
2 days/2 nights
2 persons
Lyon Wonder Week-ends
For great week-ends snap up our super deals: free breakfasts and 50% off 2nd night !

«Lyon Wonder Week-ends» 2 nights for 1 or 2 people.
Select your week-end dates (2 days chosen), Friday & Saturday arrivals are possible. Package includes per person:
* 2 nights, breakfast and taxes included
* 1 Pass LYON CITY CARD 1 or 2 days... Instant 10 % reduction

From 120€ Tourist and cultural pass LYON CITY CARD, the city is in the palm of your hands!
It’s your golden ticket, which has more than 40 partners: museums, temporary exhibitions, guided tours, concerts, transport, shopping, leisure activities etc…
Free on all trips to transit in the City (transit pass included)

Meals, beverages and other extras

Lyon Tourism and Conventions, Place Bellecour 69002 Lyon, phone : 33 4 72 77 72 50
Fax : 00 33 4 72 77 62 47, email :resa@lyon-France.com
www.en.lyon-france.com

Only Lyon Sport and Spa
2009 - April 1 to September 30
1 night - Hôtel Lyon Métropole & Spa 4 stars, from 210 euros for 2 persons in a double classic room, breakfast included. Meals, beverages and other extras not included

Ideally located on the banks of Saône river, the Hotel Lyon Métropole & Spa is at only few minutes away from Bellecour square, the city centre or the famous Paul Bocuse restaurant.
Live an active life in Lyon enjoying a few moments of relaxation and well-being,

Lyon Tourism and Conventions, Place Bellecour 69002 Lyon phone : 33 4 72 77 72 50 Fax : + 33 4 72 77 62 47
email :resa@lyon-France.com www.en.lyon-france.com

Transport Partner
Eurostar

Situated in the beautiful southern regions of France, Lyon can be reached by taking the Eurostar direct to Paris or Lille and making a simple connection for regional high-speed trains to Lyon, all from just £99 return and in approximately 5 and a half hours.
For more information, visit eurostar.com