Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes: Best Time to Visit | Trailwind

DestinationAuvergne-Rhone-Alpes, FranceBest time to visit Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes: May–Jun & Sep–Oct. Frances gastronomic capital of bouchons and Halles Bocuse.

Best time: May–Jun & Sep–Oct

Set in: Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

In season: ~23°C high

Climate: 1–28°C

Nearest airport: LYS

Currency: EUR

Language: French

Timezone: UTC+01:00

Best time to visitTwo separate windows work best: May–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.On footThe classic way in is the Vieux Lyon bouchon crawl. Nearest airport is LYS.Featured in

Culinary Crown Jewels

Pairs well with

Courchevel, 90 mi away

Route des Grandes Alpes, 98 mi away

Chamonix, 99 mi away

Val d'Isere, 106 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Lyon?The best time to visit Lyon is May–Jun & Sep–Oct, in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France.Where is Lyon?Lyon is in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France. The nearest major airport is LYS.What is Lyon known for?Frances gastronomic capital of bouchons and Halles Bocuse.Keep exploring

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