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Lyon WWII and Resistance Tour with Audio Guide

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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Explore Lyon's profound World War II narrative, where every street and square whispers stories of courage and resistance. The city stands as a living monument to human dignity, transforming historical trauma into a powerful testament of hope. From the secret stairways of Cour des Voraces to the silent tributes like Le Veilleur de Pierre, Lyon reveals layers of heroism hidden within its urban landscape.

Walk Rue Victor-Hugo and Place Bellecour, where ordinary citizens became extraordinary resistance fighters. Visit the CHRD Lyon to delve into the raw, unfiltered stories of those who defied Nazi occupation. Saint-Nizier Church and Hôtel de Ville bear witness to Lyon's unbreakable spirit, while murals and historic sites transform urban spaces into powerful historical narratives.

Each location is a chapter in a remarkable story of human resilience where art, heritage, and imagination intersect to honor those who fought for freedom against overwhelming odds.

What's Included

  • Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
  • 30+ narration points of popular locations in Lyon
  • Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
  • Meals
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7 Rue Jeanne Hachette
69003 Lyon, France

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69001 Lyon
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The Tour ends at Croix-Paquet which is the Last Stop

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9 Cr Gambetta

At 9 Cours Gambetta, six young Resistance leaders were arrested by the Gestapo in 1944. Their courage ended in execution, but their legacy lives on as symbols of youthful defiance and sacrifice.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation (pass by)

The CHRD honors Lyon’s role in the Resistance, housed in the former Gestapo HQ. It preserves testimonies, artifacts, and stories of courage, defiance, and the fight for justice during WWII.
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Pont Gallieni

Pont Gallieni spans the Rhône, a silent witness to wartime crossings and Resistance efforts. Once a lifeline for secret missions, it now flows peacefully through Lyon’s living history.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place Carnot

Place Carnot’s Monument aux Morts honors Lyon’s fallen heroes of both World Wars and the Resistance. A site of remembrance, it’s central to Liberation Day and VE Day commemorations.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rue Victor Hugo

Rue Victor-Hugo, now a lively shopping street, was once a vital artery for the Resistance where secret messages, whispered plans, and quiet courage helped fight Nazi occupation in the heart of Lyon.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place Bellecour

Place Bellecour, Lyon’s central square, was once a key site of WWII occupation, arrests, and secret Resistance activity. Today, it stands as a vibrant tribute to the city’s enduring fight for freedom.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Place des Jacobins

Place des Jacobins: once a Resistance hub, now a peaceful square honoring secret wartime bravery, underground presses, and heroic acts of rescue and defiance in Lyon’s Ainay Quarter.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Église Saint-Nizier de Lyon

Saint-Nizier Church, a Gothic landmark in Lyon, holds deep roots in history and defiance sheltering relics, surviving war, and even hosting a 1975 protest that echoed the spirit of Resistance.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Place des Terreaux

Place des Terreaux blends beauty with history, once a covert hub for Resistance fighters, now a vibrant square echoing Lyon’s past of courage, secret presses, and silent defiance.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hôtel de Ville de Lyon

Lyon’s City Hall, a grand symbol of civic pride, became a silent witness to WWII Resistance efforts and the city’s liberation. A place where history, defiance, and celebration all met.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

12 Rue Sainte-Catherine

At 12 Rue Sainte-Catherine, a plaque honors 86 Jews arrested by the Gestapo in 1943. This haunting site marks one of Lyon’s darkest Holocaust tragedies never forgotten, never erased.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

14 Rue Bouteille

A hidden Resistance letterbox where General Delestraint was arrested in 1943, marking a turning point in Lyon's fight against Nazi occupation. Quiet walls with echoes of courage and betrayal.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontaine Burdeau

A quiet fountain with wartime scars, honoring Auguste Burdeau and Lyon’s resilience, where even a missing statue tells a story of memory, loss, and the city’s enduring spirit.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Amphitheater of the Three Gauls

The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls echoes ancient Rome, Christian martyrdom, and Lyon’s spirit of resistance, standing as a timeless witness to faith, courage, and defiance.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Traboule et Cour des Voraces

Cour des Voraces is a powerful symbol of Lyon’s spirit, from silk worker revolts to WWII Resistance. Its stairway and traboule served as escape routes and secret strongholds.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lyon WWII and Resistance Tour with Audio Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
  • 30+ narration points of popular locations in Lyon
  • Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.
  • Access to Self Lyon WWII & Resistance Full-Day Walking Tour on "Trippy Tour Guide" App
  • Audio Guide
  • Meals

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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