Neighborhood, the Confluence

When Modernity and History Meet in the Heart of Lyon

La Confluence, an emerging district of Lyon, is a reflection of a spectacular urban transformation. Located at the confluence of the Saône and the Rhône, this district embodies architectural audacity, innovation and the harmonious fusion of past and modernity.

Confluence Lyon
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History and Urban Transformation

Formerly a port and industrial area, La Confluence underwent major urban renovation in the 2000s. This ambitious project transformed these former docks into a resolutely modern district while preserving certain historical remains.

Lyon, junction of the Rhône and the Saône
Junction of the Rhone and the Saone – Lyon Municipal Archives, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Futuristic Architecture and Design

La Confluence is an example of bold contemporary architecture. Its remarkable buildings with clean lines, such as the Musée des Confluences with its spectacular architecture, or the innovative apartment buildings, give the district a unique architectural identity.

Modern architecture @ La Confluence @ Lyon (35986060810)
Modern architecture – Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultural and Leisure Space

In addition to its residential and commercial infrastructure, La Confluence is a dynamic cultural hub. The Musée des Confluences, a mix of art and science, offers captivating exhibitions, while the landscaped riverbanks offer relaxation areas along the quays.

The Sugar Bowl (Lyon Confluence) (10749376854)
The Sugar Bowl – Jean-Pierre Dalbera from Paris, France, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Eco-district and Sustainability

La Confluence also stands out for its approach to sustainable development. Green spaces, shared gardens, green roofs and eco-responsible initiatives make this district a model in terms of ecological urban planning.

Shops and Gastronomy

The neighborhood offers a variety of shops, trendy restaurants and cafes, where local and international flavors mingle. The famous Halle Girard, home to food shops, is a popular destination for food lovers.

Jean Housen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Innovation and Dynamism

La Confluence is a place where innovation and dynamism come together. Start-ups, co-working spaces, cultural events and artistic initiatives contribute to creating an effervescent atmosphere conducive to creativity and exchange.

An Inter-generational Meeting Place

This attractive neighborhood attracts a diverse population, from families to young professionals, from art lovers to curious passers-by. It is an intergenerational meeting place where everyone finds their place in a modern and open environment.

Jean Housen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

In short, La Confluence embodies the successful metamorphosis of an industrial wasteland into a contemporary district where innovation, culture and sustainable development combine harmoniously. This district is a true symbol of the constantly evolving city of Lyon.

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Map of the must-sees

Rosa Mir Garden

The Court of the Voracious

Bellevue Square

The Gardens of the Grande-Côte

Place des Jacobins

Chapel of the Trinity

Saint-Georges district

The Basilica of Ainay

Saint-Nizier Church

International City

Amphitheater of the Three Gauls

Saint Bonaventure Church

Statue of Saint Exupéry

Saint-Antoine Food Market

St. John's Cathedral

Hotel-Dieu of Lyon

The traboules of Old Lyon

Printing Museum

The Museum of Confluences

St. Peter's Palace

The Bartholdi Fountain

The Fresco of the Lyonnais

The painted walls

Merciere Street

Lyon Opera

Light Institute

The Confluence

Old Lyon

Golden Head Park

Place des Terreaux

Bellecour Square

The Gadagne Museum

The Canuts' house

Ancient Theatre of Fourvière

Banks of the Rhone

Museum of Fine Arts

The Paul Bocuse Halls

Our Lady of Fourviere

The Banks of the Saône

Climbs of the Croix-Rousse

Brotteaux district

Lyon Aquarium

Barbe Island

CHRD - resistance museum

Brochier Silk Museum

Guignol Theatre of the Park

Little Guignol Museum

The House of Guignol

Mini World Lyon

The Cinema Museum

Fourvière Museum

Subsistences

Other places

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Pierre Bossan

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