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Hôtel Raphael • Villa Majestic • Bienvenue à Paris !

Concierge

Hôtel Raphael • Villa Majestic • Bienvenue à Paris !

Concierge

Hôtel Raphael • Villa Majestic • Bienvenue à Paris !

Concierge

Hôtel Raphael • Villa Majestic • Bienvenue à Paris !

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Excursions in France


Lyon


Two thousand years of history have left their mark on the cityscape. Lyon's rich heritage resources reflect the different eras and tell the story of the city. Lyon's listing by UNESCO as a World Heritage site gives recognition to two exceptional features: "continuity of urban development" -the listed site covers a territory of 500 hectares (1235 acres) where the entire history of the city can be seen, from the founding of the Roman city of Lugdunum. And as "an outstanding illustration of city planning over the centuries" in this continually populated and active territory.

Gastronomy

In the kingdom of good taste, Lyon's cuisine reigns above all others. This centuries-old tradition is an intrinsic part of the Lyon way of life. If there is one title that can't be taken away from Lyon, it is definitely that of gastronomic capital of the world.

How to get there ?

By car : Motorway A6 / E15 from Paris-Porte d’Orléans. 465 KM. Roughly 4h15mn.

By train : Direct trains leave daily from Paris-Gare de Lyon (20 minutes from the hotel by taxi or 1/2 by metro) to the city of Lyon. There is more than 10 TGV trains each day, almost every hour, and the duration of the trip is only 2 hours. The price for a round trip ticket in 1st class is roughly 240 €.

By plane : Air France has several daily flights to Lyon, either from Paris-CDG or Paris-Orly airports. The airport in Lyon is Saint-Exupery, which is located 27 KM from the heart of the city.

Where to have lunch / dinner ?

Since the 16th century, Lyon's cuisine has delighted many a customer in its "bouchon" bistros and in its first restaurants. These palate-pleasers will never disappoint and the traditional tastes remain intact.

Traditional restaurants :

Paul Bocuse : The colorful and elegant Paul Bocuse restaurant serves historic dishes to an international clientele. A fresco of the great chefs adorns the coutyard. Three stars at the Michelin Guide.

Léon de Lyon : The grand Lyon culinary tradition, interpreted by an imaginative chef and served amid a series of paintings in honor of the kitchen apprentice. Splendid wine list. Two stars at the Michelin.

Pierre Orsi : This old house is home to elegant dining rooms and a rose garden terrace. Fine up-to-date cuisine and good wine list. One star at the Michelin.

Nicolas Le Bec : Restaurant with a modern welcoming feel, serving food that is a refined as it is subtle. Wine list rejoicing in the nation’s diversity.

Bouchons : Regional food and wines in a typical Lyonnais ambiance :

Daniel et Denise : Attractive well-worn setting and relaxed informal atmosphere in this welcoming bistro, that serves traditionally prepared tasty Lyon specialities.
Le Garet : This institution in Lyon is well-known to lovers of good cooking: calf’s head, tripe, quenelles and andouilletttes served in a relaxed characteristic setting.

Where to stay ?

Villa Florentine : On the Fourvière hill, this Renaissance-inspired abode commands a matchless view of the town. The interior sports an elegant blend of old and new.

Cour des Loges : The astonishing decoration of a group of 14th and 18th Century houses set around a splendid galleried courtyyard was designed by contemporary designers and artists. Creative cuisine and decor with a personal touch.



The Concierge’s tip :

La fête des lumières

Since 8th December 1852, the date when the people of Lyon spontaneously lit candles in their window to pay homage to the Virgin Mary, light has had a very special relationship with the city of Lyon. Showcasing contemporary creations, with the City’s support its Fête des Lumières festival has moved to the forefront of the international scene with ever more people taking part (next festival: 6th to the 9th December 2007: http://www.lumieres.lyon.fr/).

L’Opéra de Lyon

L’Opéra de Lyon reconstruit par Jean Nouvel, inauguré en 1993, fait aujourd’hui partie du patrimoine architectural international. En terme d’architecture théâtrale, c’est une des plus belles réussites de la seconde moitié du XXe siècle. Sa programmation en fait un des principaux operas d’Europe.


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