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Slopes of the Croix-Rousse and silk printing workshop
Visits and discovery tours
Last updated date : 10/03/2023
Discover the world of silk making and the traditional techniques of the canuts via its traboules and staircases... Take a stroll (or a traboule) and set out on a discovery tour of the daily lives of Lyon's former canuts.
Listen carefully and these alleyways will reveal their past.
On the bottom of the slopes, the silk workshop will welcome you to share the know-how that is typical of Lyon: frame printing and the hand painting of silk Panne velours velvet. This is the last stage in the creation of famous silk headscarves, when they are decorated and coloured. After the presentation, you can visit the store that sells silk items (headscarves, scarves, ties) to buy a souvenir of Lyon's heritage craftsmanship.
An essential visit for those interested in finding out about traditions in Lyon.
Duration of the visit: 2h. Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes before the tour commences.
Practical information
Address
Place de la Croix-Rousse - 69004 Lyon 4ème
Languages
English, French
Prices
Reduced price: 8 €, Adult: 19 €.
Free entry for children < 8 years.
Free with the Lyon City Card.
Openings
All year round, daily.
By reservation.
Visits and discovery tours
Slopes of the Croix-Rousse and silk printing workshop
À la sortie du métro
Place de la Croix-Rousse - 69004 Lyon 4ème

This visit is included in the Lyon City Card!
The essential tourist and cultural pass to make the most of your stay in Lyon!