Guided walk: The highlights of Lyon's medical history – Heritage Days 2026

Explore Lyon's medical history through its key landmarks

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days 2026, THE Doctor Mérieux Museum of Biological Sciences organizes a guided walk A unique exploration of Lyon's medical heritage. This urban tour invites you to understand how the city has adapted its healthcare practices in response to the epidemics that have plagued it over the centuries.

During this 1.5-hour walk, you will explore Lyon's hospital heritage and discover the leading figures of Lyon's medical history who have shaped the city. A unique opportunity to delve into an essential yet often overlooked aspect of local heritage, a blend of scientific innovation and collective memory.

This walk is organised by the Doctor Mérieux Museum of Biological Sciences, an institution dedicated to the preservation and transmission of the history of medicine and biology.

Practical information for the medical walk

📅 Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
⏰ Schedule: from 3pm to 4:30pm (duration: 1 hour 30 minutes)
📍 Meeting place: Place Antonin Jutard, 69003 Lyon (the exact departure point will be communicated upon confirmation of the booking)
🎟️ Price: Free as part of the European Heritage Days, subject to availability.

👥 Audience: Adults and children aged 13 and over

📝 Booking required (from August 18, 2026):
By email to contact@musee-docteur-merieux.com

🚇 Access:
– Metro: Line D (Station Saxe-Gambetta Or Garibaldi)
– Tram: Line T1 (Stop Courthouse – 3rd Arrondissement Town Hall)
– Bus: Lines C25, C26 (Stop Place Guichard)

Don't miss this fascinating walk which will reveal a little-known aspect of Lyon's heritage, between medical history and the memory of health crises!