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The Vieux Lyon is the largest Renaissance district of Lyon. In 1964, Vieux-Lyon, the city's oldest district, became the first site in France to be protected under the Malraux law to protect France's cultural …
The Vieux Lyon is the largest Renaissance district of Lyon. In 1964, Vieux-Lyon, the city's oldest district, became the first site in France to be protected under the Malraux law to protect France's cultural sites. Covering an area of 424 hectares between the Fourvière hill and the river Saône, it is one of Europe’s most extensive Renaissance neighborhoods. There are three distinct sections: Saint Jean, Saint Paul, and Saint Georges. In 1998, Vieux Lyon was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List along with other districts in Lyon because of its historical importance and architecture. The Saint Jean quarter in the Middle Ages was the focus of political and religious power. The Cathedral of St Jean, the seat of the archbishop of Lyon (also known as the Primate of Gaul), is a good example of Gothic architecture. The Manécanterie adjoining the cathedral is one of Lyon's few extant Romanesque buildings. Formerly a choir school, it now houses the museum of the cathedral’s treasures.

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Dec 18, 2024
This is just the most French feeling, looking, smelling area in Lyon gone are the high majestic buildings that grace the opposite bank. Here crooked houses sway and rise next to each other. An eclect… Full review by B9730YJpaulf
Nov 21, 2024
Crossed the Saone River to Vieux Lyon for a culinary walking tour, three hours of learning about how Lyon is the historic gastronomic center of French cuisine because the rivers attracted wealthy res… Full review by Marc S
Nov 10, 2024
Walked the streets of the old town both Friday and Saturday. On Saturday it was really too crowded, you basically couldn’t move. But it’s really nice in Vieux Lyon. Full review by ML G

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