La Longue Traboule: Self-Guided Audio Tours

Delve into the heart of Lyon with a Self-Guided Audio Tour crafted for curious explorers eager to navigate the maze-like Traboules and uncover the city's storied past. This immersive journey is ideal for history buffs and architectural enthusiasts keen to experience Lyon’s rich tapestry of culture and heritage at their own pace. Your starting point is the breathtaking Lyon Cathedral, and from there, the path winds through historic neighborhoods, revealing tales of the city from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. As this independent adventure progresses, you'll explore iconic locations including Maison des Avocats, Montée du Gourguillon, and the bustling Croix-Rousse district, celebrated as the cradle of the silk industry. The tour seamlessly threads from the Presqu'île at the heart of Lyon, through the terracotta rooftops of Vieux Lyon, culminating in the vibrant Croix-Rousse. Along the way, the Mur des Canuts and treasured landmarks like the Palais de Justice Historique and Maison Gadagne enhance the narrative of this historic city. The most memorable pieces of this journey are the Traboules themselves, secret passages where the whispers of past inhabitants linger, inviting you to trace their steps. Engaging the senses, the tour paints vivid images of bustling silk workers and the grandeur of Lyon's Renaissance, ensuring memories of this captivating stroll through time linger long after the last step is taken.

Dive into the heart of Lyon's historical grandeur with this self-guided audio tour. Aimed at history buffs and cultural enthusiasts, it unveils the labyrinth of traboules—ancient passageways that offer a peek into the city's rich past. Stroll at your own pace, with the power to pause, rewind, and play stories of the Renaissance-era wonders tucked away in Lyon's Old Town. The journey kicks off at the impressive Saint-Jean Cathedral and weaves through cobbled streets to the secretive La Longue Traboule. Each stop, from the Cour des Voraces to the panoramic view atop Fourvière Hill, narrates a chapter of Lyon's storied tapestry, culminating at the magnificent Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Along this route, travelers will unearth architectural treasures and tales of the silk workers that once thrived here. Memorable moments include the encounter with the vast Mur des Canuts mural and the stunning Bartholdi Fountain. These highlights and more make for an immersive adventure into Lyon's hidden gems, transforming an ordinary walk into a treasure hunt through time.