Lyon is a city of culture and history, but also a city with an attractive and vibrant economy. Ideally located at the crossroads of Europe in the heart of France's largest industrial region, Lyon is the second largest economic centre in France, with major business sectors such as biotechnology, chemistry-environment, urban public transport, digital technology and textiles.
In addition, Lyon is the second most popular city in France for hosting international congresses (2018 ICCA rankings) and boasts several attractive assets: a central location in Europe with excellent transport services and networks, excellent hotel and event facilities as well as the historic charm of a two-thousand-year-old city. Nor should we forget that Lyon is a 'gourmet capital' with 20 star-rated chefs. The city has a vibrant arts and cultural scene as well as a dynamic entrepreneurial sector, with nearly 10,000 companies created each year.
in 2019, along with Helsinki, Lyon will take on the mantle of 'European Capital of Sustainable Tourism', a title awarded by the European Union!
Key figures
- France's 2nd economic hub and the country's 2nd most developed region in the healthcare sector;
- A leading urban centre in 5 areas: biotechnology, chemical/environment, digital entertainment, innovative textiles, transportation & mobility
- France's leading city in terms of the creation of business creation
- 1,350,000 inhabitants including 150,000 students (ranked the best student town by l'Etudiant.fr) and 13,300 researchers
- 21,000 cultural events in Lyon each year
- More than 4,000 restaurants, including 20 Michelin star chefs
- Second-largest in hotel capacity, with 18,000 rooms in metropolitan Lyon
- France's fourth largest international Airport with 128 direct destinations, 3 TGV high-speed train stations, and 5 motorways connecting to all major European cities.
Our Venues
Discover Eurexpo Lyon
Discover Lyon Convention Centre
Discover La Sucrière
Discover the Matmut Stadium Lyon Gerland