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 Events on the Water |
4 Quai Victor Augagneur Lyon 69003 France +33 4 37 40 13 93 http://www.la-plateforme.fr cedric@la-plateforme.fr |
La Plateforme can hold 7-700 people in four rooms along its 79 meters, and uses that space (including two stages) to host a line-up of great concerts by artists from around the world (see the website for upcoming shows and an impressive list of past concerts!). Times and ticket prices vary. Professional events and festivals or conferences may also be held on the boat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Walks in the park around the lake |
Chemin de la Bletta Lyon 69120 France +33 4 7880 5620 http://www.parc-miribel.fr/ |
Residents of Lyons in search of nature are more often than not to be found in either the Miribel-Jonage or the Parc de la Tête d'Or. Enjoy the many activites offered on the lakes in Miribel park such as sailing and swimming. Why not also try abseiling from the nearby climbing wall? Cyclists and walkers are not forgotten either, there are many tracks around the lake. Miribel is particularly popular with families who come here to stroll, picnic or play football on one of the many lawns around the water. Basically, you can come here and forget how far you really are from the coast. Access Laurent Bonnevay and bus 83 or take the RN84 road towards Bourg-en-Bress/Genève. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cruise on the Rhône |
Passerelle du Palais de Justice Lyon 69002 France +33 4 78 42 96 81 http://www.naviginter.fr/intro... |
At the heart of Presqu'ile, Navig'Inter offers a leisurely tour on the Rhône and the Saône to discover 2000 years of the history of Lyon and the variety of its surroundings, day and night. It's magic! Several options are available, from a simple guided tour to a dining cruise. Guests can also inquire about renting the Ville de Lyon barge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Water close to Lyon |
Le Grand Large Lyon 69330 France |
A few kilometres east of Lyon, le Grand Large is, like the Miribel-Jonage, one of those places favoured by those who love spending some time by the water. It is not rare to find side by side anglers who have come to tease the fish, sailing enthusiasts, windsurfers and canoeists. Indeed many associations organise such activities around the lake. A camp site and a picnic area make this a very popular site both at weekends and during the season. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major river in Lyon |
Lyon France |
The Rhône is one of the largest rivers in France and is the mainstay of industry from Lyons to Marseilles with its factories, dams and power stations. It is particularly true of Lyons, ideally located between the Low Countries and Italy. The Rhône is one of Lyons' main landmarks and the banks from the Gerland district up to Parc de la Tête d'Or park have been recently redeveloped to offer cyclists, skaters and walkers an unusual way of exploring the city. If you want to discover Lyons by boat, head towards the North rather than the industrial zone of Feyzin in the South. Don't worry though, you can still sail, water ski and swim in some parts of the Rhône. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big River |
Quai Funcheron (A7) Lyon France |
There is a statue in place Bellecour that represents the Saône river as a sensual, well-rounded woman. Don't let this fool you as the Saône is certainly more forceful than its neighbour the Rhône when the elements get going. If you go to the Museum of Gallo-Roman civilisation, you will see how long it took for the river to establish its course. These days the banks of the Saône are more attractive and stroller-friendly than those of the Rhône. A craft market is held every Sunday morning on the left bank from quai Fulchiron to quai Romain Rolland. On the right bank, second-hand book sellers gather every weekend (if the weather is fine) at quai de la Pêcherie and quai St Antoine. One of Lyon's biggest outdoor markets stretches from beyond the book sellers up to pont Bonaparte. For those who prefer walking and swimming to bargain hunting, we recommend you go northwards up the Saône towards Ile Barbe. There are several riverside restaurants (known as "guingettes") where you can sample fried fish and frogs' legs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Water sports at Yzeron |
D489 (Craponne) Lyon 69510 France |
The Lyonnais hills are well-known for the wildlife that is protected from the surrounding towns. The source of the Yzeron river is in these low mountains (no ski slopes here, but it does get very cold). Near the source in the Yzeron community there is a 3 hectare stretch of water that has been specially re-developed as a recreation area for swimming, fishing and pedalos. The view from here over the Rhone valley is wonderful. D489 from Craponne (West of Lyons) Review © 2007, Wcities |