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Lyon's Heroines: Women Who Shaped History
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Lyon
Uncover Lyon’s hidden heroines on a 2-hour Croix Rousse tour. Explore history, enjoy views, and experience the vibrant local culture.
Uncover Lyon’s hidden heroines on a 2-hour Croix Rousse tour. Explore history, enjoy views, and experience the vibrant local culture.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Place de la Croix-Rousse - The central square of Croix Rousse, known for its historical significance in the silk workers’ uprisings
- Montee De La Grande Cote - A renowned street on the slopes of Croix Rousse
- Amphitheater of the Three Gauls - A unique Gallo-Roman relic in France
- Place Chardonnet - A characteristic square in the…
- Place de la Croix-Rousse - The central square of Croix Rousse, known for its historical significance in the silk workers’ uprisings
- Montee De La Grande Cote - A renowned street on the slopes of Croix Rousse
- Amphitheater of the Three Gauls - A unique Gallo-Roman relic in France
- Place Chardonnet - A characteristic square in the hillside area
- Passage Thiaffait - A typical passageway between buildings in the neighborhood
- Eglise Saint-Polycarpe - A hidden church that was bombed during the siege of Lyon
- Place des Terreaux - The city’s main square, home to the city hall, the museum of fine arts, and the Bartholdi fountain
- La Fontaine Bartholdi - A famous sculpture located in Place des Terreaux
What's Included
- Recommendations and tips for where to eat
- Guided tour by a passionate independent woman guide
- Discovering a lively neighbourhood
- Unique stories you won’t hear anywhere else
- Recommendations and tips for where to eat
- Guided tour by a passionate independent woman guide
- Discovering a lively neighbourhood
- Unique stories you won’t hear anywhere else
Additional Information
Explore the incredible journeys of the remarkable women of Lyon who have left their mark on history! From unsung heroines of the labor movement to brave resistance fighters of World War II, this tour will reveal the fascinating tales of these exceptional Lyonnaise women.
This walking tour also offers the opportunity to:
- Explore the “Slopes of Croix…
Explore the incredible journeys of the remarkable women of Lyon who have left their mark on history! From unsung heroines of the labor movement to brave resistance fighters of World War II, this tour will reveal the fascinating tales of these exceptional Lyonnaise women.
This walking tour also offers the opportunity to:
- Explore the “Slopes of Croix Rousse” district
- Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Lyon
- Experience a personalized tour in an intimate group setting (maximum of 10 participants)
- This tour discusses difficult subjects such as the German occupation during World War II and deportation. Recommended for ages 14 and up.
Location
Place de la Croix-Rousse
Your guide will be waiting for you near the Jacquard statue in the center of Place de la Croix Rousse.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Leabastit
Jan 28, 2026
An exciting visit - Very interesting visit, we had a great time, with Shirine discovering the unsung heroines of Lyon. She's as passionate as she is exciting ☀️
We recommend!
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A8756qkemilies
Jan 28, 2026
Thank you. - Thank you very much for this great experience and learning about the city of Lyon. Even if you think you know a city there is a lot that you don’t know and it was very interesting 😊. You can trust him
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Chlo_s397
Jan 28, 2026
A visit to do without hesitation! - This experience with Shirine was simply great! We loved walking the streets of Lyon with him, enriched with anecdotes and rich facts. Each story was more interesting than the previous one, which made the visit both captivating and very enjoyable. A superb way to discover the history of the great women of Lyon! Thank you again!!!
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Tiyahm2026
Jan 11, 2026
Even for Lyon! - As a Lyons girl, living in Lyon and knowing the city, I wanted to discover it from another perspective. Totally successful experience!
If the itinerary may seem "classic", this tour really gives a new look at these streets that we walk every day.
Shirine is a super, very dynamic (and even very funny!) guide who manages to transmit the lives of these heroines, and make monuments speak, with passion.
A real nice moment, I recommend!!!
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Henrymx5327xx
Dec 29, 2025
Interesting and fun visit of Lyon - Amazing visit with very fun and interesing way to see Lyon through the perspective of Lyon heroins. Thanks so much Shirine for the joyful and great energy throughout the tour! Both kids and I loved it :)
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Discover24388229958
Dec 29, 2025
Great guide and great visit!! - Very original visit around the emblematic female figures of Lyon! Little discussed, this theme allowed us to approach Lyon in an atypical prism while discovering the city. Shirine is a cheerful and passionate guide, we had a great time:)
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Froschnight
Dec 28, 2025
Great experience! - Shirine's visits are very educational! The course is well thought out, all downhill passing through traboules! Very nice experience, I recommend
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Emmacaro69
Dec 27, 2025
An original guided tour - Very nice walk, informative and original. The opportunity to discover his city from another angle with a passionate and dynamic guide. Thank you! I recommend!
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H_l_nef791
Dec 22, 2025
A smart and bright tour - Congratulations for this unusual walk through Lyon. With a communicative energy, Shirine brings to life selected Lyon heroines. An inspiring moment that I recommend 100%!
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259romaned
Dec 21, 2025
Super original! - An original visit that allows you to rediscover districts of Lyon by highlighting important and little-known figures in our history! We are not bored!!
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