City of history and culture, the former capital of Gaul attracts new arrivals every year. Do you yourself plan to settle there? Do you not know where to live in Lyon? Our real estate experts present the best neighborhoods in the city for your installation.
THE CHIC NEIGHBORHOODS TO LIVE IN LYON
The city of Lyon is home to several very prestigious neighborhoods. These areas will meet your expectations if you are looking for a chic living environment and high-end real estate.
LYON 6TH, THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS DISTRICT IN THE CITY
The sixth arrondissement is undoubtedly the chicest area in Lyon. Its central location, proximity to the Tête d'Or Park, numerous shops, and elegant Haussmann buildings delight luxury real estate clients. The district offers very spacious bourgeois apartments and superb private mansions. In this area, three neighborhoods are particularly sought after: Les Brotteaux, Tête d'Or-Saxe, and Foch.
THE PRESQU'ILE, A PRIZED AREA IN THE HEART OF THE CITY
The Presqu'ile is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods to live in Lyon. Located in the city center, this emblematic area is the liveliest place in the city thanks to a wide range of shops and food establishments. The neighborhood also owes its reputation to its prestigious historical buildings (including the Lyon Opera and the Museum of Fine Arts) and its iconic squares, such as Place Bellecour and Place des Terreaux. The Presqu'ile is also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Roman heritage.
LIVING IN LYON: THE MUST-VISIT NEIGHBORHOODS
Lyon has many other neighborhoods where it is pleasant to live. Sometimes less expensive than the previously mentioned areas, they still offer a pleasant living environment and a substantial selection of high-end real estate.
CROIX-ROUSSE, THE TRENDY NEIGHBORHOOD OF LYON
Formerly the neighborhood of silk workers (the famous Canuts), Croix-Rousse is now one of the most popular areas in Lyon. A bohemian-chic neighborhood par excellence, it attracts many families looking for a peaceful yet lively environment. Another strong point of the area is the view it offers of the city from the hill on which it is built. Croix-Rousse is also sought after for its spacious apartments with high ceilings and old stone finishes that give them undeniable character. VIEUX-
LYON FOR LOVERS OF BEAUTIFUL STONE
Vieux-Lyon is the best-preserved Renaissance neighborhood in the world after Venice. Located on the banks of the Saône, it consists of three areas: Saint-Jean, known for the richness of its UNESCO-listed architecture (including its superb Renaissance buildings with characteristic terracotta roofs); Saint-Georges, which was the first neighborhood of the Canuts; and Saint-Paul, a student area with prestigious universities. Vieux-Lyon meets the requirements of lovers of beautiful stone and antique high-end properties.
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