Rillieux-La-Pape Things to Do

During the early-Christian era and the beginnings of the Western church, the word "ecclesia", the bishop's church, was used instead of cathedral. Archaeological excavations between 1973 and 1977 brought to light Lyon's Episcopa... more

English cuisine does not enjoy a good reputation in France and this is a shame because it draws some recipes from the cuisine of its old Indian colonies. Food and tea are served with a smile here, in family orientated surroundi... more

The Grande Mosquée de Lyon was conceived by the Ballandras and Mirabeau of Lyon and was mainly funded by King Fahd of Saudi Arabia and by other Muslim countries. Opened in September 1994, the mosque responded to its critics wit... more

The Galerie Michel Estades gallery shows works by contemporary painters, sculptors and glass-makers, from the Provence School (19th and 20th century). On display here are excellent masterpieces which will definitely catch your... more

Olivier Houg is one of those rare galleries to take risks with the artists and the type of work exhibited, while allowing space for both. Contemporary art is shown principally through paintings and sculptures. Located in a perf... more

This friendly bar situated in the center of Lyon welcomes those void of amusement and does everything to get back their party spirit. Le Biströy hold various musical concerts throughout the year in with the aim to encourage and... more

UCPA is a well known firm in France, specialises in sporting holidays. Information about all the holidays and trips can be found in their brochure or shop. The holidays take place in both winter and summer, sometimes just less... more

The L' Atelier des Ombres is both a gallery and a workshop, where established artists meet up-and-coming talent and vice versa. The public cannot get enough of it and visit in droves. The Atelier des Ombres puts on workshops fo... more

The most practical and least tiring way of getting to the basilique de Fourvière is to take the tram, known locally as the ficelle from Saint Jean to near the Esplanade. There is also a rather long but more interesting way to d... more

The Galerie Vrais Rêves houses contemporary photographic exhibitions that give teh impression of dreams and of the surreal. An interesting and innovative use of light and space adds to the unusual charm of the photographs and o... more