A city of history and light, Lyon has many prestigious districts. Would you like to invest in an exceptional property? Discover Lyon's most sought-after areas!
The Carré d'Or: Lyon's most exclusive districts
The Carré d'Or comprises the beautiful areas of the city centre. This area offers very high-end properties in an elegant setting with authentic charm.
LYON 6TH ARRONDISSEMENT, THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS DISTRICT IN LYON
The 6th arrondissement is historically the most exclusive area of Lyon. Its ideal location, its superb Parc de la Tête d'Or, its opulent flats and its private mansions are highly appreciated by the prestige market. Two areas of the district are particularly renowned: the Tête d'Or-Saxe district, the most expensive in Lyon, and the Brotteaux.
THE PRESQU'ÎLE, A CHIC AREA IN THE HEART OF LYON
The Presqu'île is home to emblematic historic buildings and squares, including the famous Place Bellecour and Place des Terreaux. The area's many 15th and 16th century buildings are in close proximity to a wide variety of shops, restaurants and cultural venues. The Presqu'île is also home to the 1st arrondissement, where you will find the Opera, the Fine Arts Museum and the slopes of the Croix-Rousse.
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VIEUX-LYON, THE HISTORIC HEART OF THE CITY
Less expensive than the Carré d'Or, Vieux-Lyon still has many exceptional properties. Here, cobbled streets rub shoulders with magnificent Renaissance buildings with terracotta roofs, as well as countless small restaurants and eateries. The area is ideal for buyers of high-end properties who prefer the charm of the old. The Saint-Jean district is also classified as a Unesco World Heritage site.
LA CROIX-ROUSSE, LYON'S ICONIC BOHEMIAN CHIC DISTRICT
Formerly the district of the Canuts, the Croix-Rousse is now one of the most highly rated districts in Lyon. Located on a plateau overlooking the city, the buildings that were once dedicated to silk production are now highly prized for their high ceilings, their old stone cladding and their authentic charm.
THE 7TH ARRONDISSEMENT, THE UP-AND-COMING DISTRICT
Located on the left bank of the Rhône, the 7th arrondissement is an area that has been booming in recent years. Although the buildings are often less elegant than the beautiful bourgeois buildings in the city centre, the dynamism and activity of the shops, restaurants and bars are increasingly attracting a demanding clientele. The most fashionable area of the district is the Saxe-Gambetta district, which is a very promising area for property investment.
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