Expat’s guide to integrating in France
The first sign that life in France for foreigners is difficult is that so many actual foreigners have written novels about it. So what are these actual cultural differences causing all this fuss?
We are Lyon
A Student’s Arrival in Lyon
You arrive in an adrenaline-fueled haze of excitement and nervousness, accompanied by friends who were strangers a few hours before….
How I Found a Job in Lyon in 4 weeks
Valerio from Germany found a job in Lyon in 4 weeks. A story about high printing costs and cheap metro subscriptions.
Unearth the Diverse Bookshops of Lyon
Lyon is the proud mother of a thriving literary community. Whether you are simply here for a visit or are in Lyon for an extended stay, you will have no issue finding a librairie that makes you feel like a kid in a candy store.
My Essential Sunday Survival Guide in Lyon
What to do in Lyon on Sundays? Check out our article!
Everything You Need to Know About LGBTQIA+ Lyon
If you’re visiting Lyon with the hope of experiencing a Queer presence in the city, look no further: Here is Everything you need to know about the LGBTQIA+ in Lyon.
Dining at Bouchon Hugon – Postcards from Lyon, 2023
A story by Chef François de Mélogue. Learn all about his lunch at Chez Hugon, an old-fashioned bouchon founded in 1937 in Lyon.
Diving into the Healthcare Jungle for Foreigners in Lyon
How to survive into the healthcare administrative jungle when you’re a foreigner in Lyon?
Everything I Want to Discover When I Travel to Lyon
COVID-19 may have prevented Nicole Harward from studying abroad in Lyon, but she still has plans to travel abroad in the future. First stop: Lyon.
Video: The Five Things I Loved about Living in Lyon, France
Harriet from New Zealand chats about the things that she loved about living as a student in Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France!
Welcome to Le Teil, an Urban Utopia near Lyon
Our French contributor Marc Uhry has recently been involved in working on a project aimed at regenerating the town of Le Teil in the Ardèche. This once thriving medieval town just an hour and a half drive from Lyon, has introduced a range of strategies to rebuild its economy through its unique culture and a through the solidarity of its residents
Lockdown in Lyon: 5 ultimate home office tips to stay productive and sane
Home office or teletravail rocked into our lives at the speed of light. Our contributor Natalja shares her ultimate tips when working from home.
Lockdown in Lyon: The importance of moving the body and emptying the mind
How to be mentally and physically active during the corona virus lockdown with the practice of yoga and meditation? By yoga teacher in Lyon Nathalia Pereira.
Lockdown in Lyon: 5 Yoga poses to keep your Legs Strong – part 1
Clear the clutter from your floor to make some space to keep yourself healthy by moving and stretching. By Yoga teacher Nina Coates.
Lockdown recipes: My Sunday Morning Pancakes
American chef Christie Velasquez shares her family pancakes recipe.
Corona Virus in Lyon: Home is Where the Community is
Isolation can feel….well, isolating! But, what if it didn’t have to be that way? Martina Buchal offers a different perspective, and a call to action on how we can see this circumstance differently.
Americans of Lyon: Cast your Vote for the Democratic Candidate of your Choice!
The time has come for Democrats in Lyon and all over the world to choose the candidate who will carry us on a blue wave to the White House and Senate.
Americans in Lyon: why you should vote for Bernie Sanders in this year’s presidential primary
Here’s how to vote for this year’s presidential primary from Lyon, France.
Scenes from a Memory: Rock superstars Dream Theater are coming to Lyon
According to our contributor Jez Fiedler, Dream Theater is one of the most extraordinary groups of virtuoso musicians you are ever likely to behold. The American prog rock band performs in Lyon’s Halle Tony Garnier on Monday 27th.
Paul Bocuse: The Michelin Guide Strikes Back
American chef François de Mélogue is a strong advocate of regional French cuisines. He reacts at the decision by the Michelin guide to remove a star from Paul Bocuse restaurant in Lyon, an earthquake in the French food industry.
From Lyon to Vietnam, Our Adventure at the Raid Amazones
Rachel and Anna took part to this multisport raid for women and a charitable event that raises money for local causes.
Discover the Duchess of Malfi, a classic tragedy performed in English in Lyon
Vaise’s Acte II theatre to host five night run of classic tragedy, The Duchess of Malfi – in English.
My first soccer game at the Groupama Stadium in Lyon
L’Olympique Lyonnais are Lyon’s soccer teams, both men and women. It isn’t just watching a game of soccer, it is a full blown experience.
Running and wine: my first Beaujolais Marathon
Our contributor Katy participated in her first Beaujolais marathon, a race where you can dress up and drink wine. But where you still have to run.
What to Do in Lyon When Family Comes to Visit?
How to to introduce the city of Lyon to your visiting parents…
Traveling Outside of Lyon: Barcelona
Here are a few ideas and recommendations to try if you are wanting to travel down south to Barcelona.
The Top 6 Must Do Stretches for Marathon Runners
Marathon runner and yoga teacher Nina Coates shares her best stretches.
A Day Trip In Avignon On A Budget
In the southern Provence region, Avignon is a small middle ages style town that is perfect for any day trip from Lyon.
Mama Mia – we’ve signed up for the Raid Amazones !
Rachel and Anna, two English speakers and proud residents of Lyon, are training for the Raid Amazone, a multisport raid for women and a charitable event that raises money for local causes.
How to immerse yourself in the French culture close to Lyon?
French belongs to those languages that have the reputation to be hard to learn. However, it is possible to learn French quickly. Here are 5 tips to guide you in this big adventure.