Discovering the endangered heritage of Old Lyon: reviving, resisting, reimagining – Heritage Days 2026

A guided tour exploring the heart of the conservation challenges of Old Lyon

For the 2026 European Heritage Days, the association The Renaissance of Old Lyon offers a 2-hour themed guided tour to explore the endangered heritage of the historic district.

Titled «"Revive, resist, reimagine"», This journey deciphers the challenges of restoration, the battles fought to safeguard remarkable buildings and the prospects for enhancing this protected sector classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Practical Information & Access

Terms and conditions: Guided tours lasting 2 hours. Groups of 20 people maximum.

Departure times for tours: 10:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00 (last departure).

Price: Free

Departure point / Meeting point: Association La Renaissance du Vieux Lyon, 50 Rue Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon

Public transport:
– Metro D: Station Old Lyon – Saint John's Cathedral
– Bus: Lines 31, 40, C3 (Stop Old Lyon Or Romain Rolland)