Lyon

Lyon, the third largest city in France, is a must-visit destination for any traveler and pilgrim. Its old town (Vieux Lyon), declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is a maze of Renaissance streets with its famous "traboules" (secret passageways). The Fourvière hill, with its basilica and Roman theaters, offers breathtaking views. But Lyon is above all the world capital of gastronomy. Its "bouchons", traditional restaurants, are the perfect place to taste Lyon cuisine. For the pilgrim, it's a vibrant urban stopover rich in culture, ideal for an extended stay and a feast for the senses.