When is the Best Time to Visit Lyon?

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In today’s email:

• When is the Best Time to Visit Lyon?

• Experience: - Hop on and off in Paris

• Around The Web: - What it's really like to move to France and live out your dreams, 7 Great Reasons to Discover France in Autumn, Top Ten Places to Visit in Lorraine and more

• From Social Media - Famous red footbridge in the morning, Lyon, France...

• Mange - Cheese Soufflé Reinvented: Easier, Faster, and Modern

• Xtra - 48 Hours in LYON France

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When is the Best Time to Visit Lyon?

A rare and special thing; Lyon is great at any time of year, like a flannel shirt that works equally well thrown on for a summer evening or layered up in winter.

That’s because it’s not dressed up for tourists, but thoroughly lived in, so there’s plenty of events taking place no matter the month you visit. 

Lyon enjoys real seasons…

Lyon, France, cafe terraces on the banks of the Saône in the Lyon Presqu'île at sunset - Shutterstock

Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

Make sightseeing in the French capital easy with a Big Bus tour of Paris. Enjoy the convenience of hop-on hop-off access at any stop along the route, and soak in the views from an open-top, double-decker bus. See sights like the Louvre Museum, Moulin Rouge cabaret club, and the iconic Eiffel Tower as you listen to informative audio-commentary, available in various languages.

Read more about Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise -

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Around The Web

What it's really like to move to France and live out your dreams

This couple shifted their lives from Ireland to France and opened a guesthouse. Here's how it went…

7 Great Reasons to Discover France in Autumn

There is a chill in the air, and the trees are turning orange: it is official, autumn is here! It is the season for mushroom picking, incredible golden light, and major, must-see exhibitions... It is also the perfect season to discover France’s finest treasures without the crowds.

Our top things to do in Lyon in October

The sun is setting earlier, but we're not. So put on your best sweater and sip your best pumpkin coffee, here's a non-exhaustive list of things to do in Lyon in October!

Hautes Glaces: France can be ‘great whisky nation’

France has the potential to be a “great whisky nation in the next decade”, said the founder of French distillery Hautes Glaces.

D-Day centre combines eco-tourism with commemoration

The Juno Beach Centre in northern France honours thousands of British and Canadian soldiers while offering visitors an eco-friendly and immersive experience.

Floristry, game art, fashion: Lyon WorldSkills Competition showcases young creative talent

The WorldSkills competition is open to under 23s and sees participants compete in fields from jewellery making to welding and aircraft maintenance to hairdressing.

Top Ten Places to Visit in Lorraine

Travelling to Lorraine in France reveals a region brimming with historical, cultural, and natural treasures. The area's allure lies in its mix of medieval towns, impressive castles, and scenic countryside. Lorraine's culinary heritage, highlighted by the famed quiche Lorraine, adds to its charm.

The region's historical depth is underscored by its role in European conflicts, enhancing its rich narrative. Visitors are treated to a captivating blend of picturesque landscapes and historical intrigue.

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From Social Media

Famous red footbridge in the morning, Lyon, France

Mange

Cheese Soufflé Reinvented: Easier, Faster, and Modern

Xtra

48 Hours in LYON France

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