Guided walk through the heart of the secret passageways

Delve into the mysteries of the capital of Gaul and open the doors to a world invisible to the naked eye. Welcome to Lyon's secret labyrinth, where streets connect through Renaissance courtyards, sculpted spiral staircases, and history-laden corridors: the famous passageways.

Accompanied by a passionate local guide, you'll venture off the beaten path to explore an exclusive selection of some of the most secret passages still open to the public in Old Lyon and the Presqu'île. Much more than a simple architectural stroll, this urban walk invites you into a veritable time machine.

Did you know? The word "traboule" comes from the Latin "trans-ambulare," which literally means "to pass through." A unique network in the world, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

A historical, sonic, and unusual immersion

As you walk through hidden passages and secret doors, your guide will awaken the ghosts of the past. You will discover how these concealed passages shaped Lyon's destiny: from the ingenuity of Renaissance merchants to the hushed footsteps of... Canuts (the famous silk workers) transporting their precious fabrics under cover from the rain, until the dark days of the Second World War, when resistance fighters used this complex network to escape the Gestapo.

From the famous Long Traboule From Renaissance inner courtyards to ochre, Italianate and suspended facades, the most confidential, each opening of a door is a surprise, an architectural jewel preserved from time.

3. Key Strengths of the Experience

• The secret network revealed: Accessing and deciphering the most beautiful hidden passageways, invisible without a trained eye.
• Captivating stories and anecdotes: The living history of Lyon told with passion (the Canuts, the Resistance, urban legends).
• A unique architecture: Admire unexpected inner courtyards, Italian-style galleries and Renaissance towers (like the Rose Tower).
• Small group tour: An intimate, friendly atmosphere that respects the peace and quiet of the residents.

4. Practical Information & Logistics

• Duration of the activity: Approximately 2 to 3 hours of immersive walking.
• Guide languages: French / English.
• Equipment needed: Comfortable walking shoes (Old Lyon is entirely paved) and your camera!
• Accessibility: Due to the presence of numerous historic staircases and narrow passages, this tour is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchair users or strollers.