A few days ago, we asked you a simple yet emotionally charged question on our Facebook page : “If you had to leave Lyon, what would you miss the most?” You responded in droves with nearly 700 comments overflowing with love and joy. Despite the usual three complainers, we promise you, it feels good to read your comments.
Lyon, the capital of gastronomy—first and foremost for the people of Lyon
Unsurprisingly, gastronomy takes the top spot when we imagine ourselves far from Lyon. And that’s only natural! Just like Pavlov’s reflex that makes any dog salivate at the sound of a bell, crossing the “LYON” sign has the exact same effect on any food lover.
The legendary Lyon bouchons remain the number one pilgrimage site for Lyon residents, with no fewer than 25 mentions in your comments. La Meunière, Le Musée, Café Hugon, Café Comptoir Lobut…This is also where Lyon’s history was written! Let’s continue with gastronomy, featuring a massive presence of Lyon specialties such as the famous Praluline and Coussins de Lyon.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Lyon’s other source of pride
But emotion isn’t measured solely by a simple bite of food or the famous Lyonnais mâchon , and your shares highlight the magic of our streets and panoramas. La Croix-Rousse stands out as a must-visit spot with 12 mentions, driven by its iconic village atmosphere. The banks of the Rhône and the Saône (also 12 mentions) are other incredible spots for strolling and unwinding in Lyon. Does Paris have two banks? Well, we have four! Finally, Vieux-Lyon, with 10 mentions, transports us through its legendary alleyways and traboules.
Lyon, the perfect backdrop for family photos and parties with friends
But the big winner of this little survey remains the most beautiful thing we could have hoped for. You told us about yourselves and your loved ones. Friends and family, in your view, are what make up the soul of Lyon.
What would the Tête d’Or Park be without that bench where neighbors gather? And what about that restaurant where lifelong friends are seated, that family on the banks of the Rhône, or that concert hall and its audience singing in unison? Probably not much . Ultimately, every corner of Lyon comes alive thanks to you. And to top it all off, we’ve spotted an unwavering love for Lyon in 18 comments declaring that they love ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING ABOUT LYON!
🏆 The Top 10 Most Frequently Mentioned Items in Your Comments
- Your loved ones (family and friends): 30 quotes
- Bouchons and gastronomy: 25 quotes
- “Absolutely EVERYTHING!”: 18 quotes
- La Croix-Rousse: 12 quotes
- The banks of the Rhône and the Saône: 12 quotes
- Old Lyon and its traboules: 10 quotes
- OL: 10 quotes
- The Basilica and Fourvière Hill: 8 quotes
- Sweet treats (Praluline, Coussins de Lyon…): 8 quotes
- Tête d’Or Park: 7 quotes
