In the heart of Lyon, the banks of the Rhône stretch for 5 km, dedicated to urban recreation, between the Raymond Poincaré Bridge and Gerland Park. Developed by Greater Lyon, they skillfully blend hardscapes and green spaces to accommodate the Rhône's flooding. Reserved for non-motorized transport, they offer safe and landscaped routes for cyclists, skateboarders, Segways, and pedestrians. Interspersed with children's playgrounds, a skate park, tiered seating for relaxing in the sun, and an open-air theater, they have become a vibrant public space that the people of Lyon cherish.
Note : twelve plaques "Mirrors of Women along the water" pay homage to iconic European women — from Marlene Dietrich to Ellen MacArthur — marking the promenade with an artistic and memorial dimension.
Recommendations
Take the route from north to south: start at the Morand bridge and go down to the Gerland park to enjoy all the different atmospheres.
Come by bike! Numerous Vélo'v stations are available all along the route.
In summer, enjoy the Rhône swimming pool, an Olympic-sized pool overlooking the river.
On weekday evenings, the atmosphere of the barge bars is unbeatable for happy hour.
Accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Access
- Metro: Foch (line A) or Guillotière (line D)
- Tram: Claude Bernard platform
- Free and open access, 24/7
