Car Hire in Lyon East - Mini guide to Lyon East

Lyon, France, today is a centre for commerce and industry. The city, one of France's largest metropolitan areas is home to Interpol's main offices. Yet, hundreds of years ago, the city was hub for silk trading. The city still boasts its rich heritage in the renaissance architecture and cobblestone streets left behind by the wealthy silk traders. At the time of the silk traders most of the city was located right on the river and many of the sites are still there. Car hire at Lyon East is centralized to many of the city's most intriguing sites.

At the foothills of Fourvière, tourists will discover the oldest parts of the charming city. Cobblestone streets wind through the renaissance style buildings. The streets are mostly small lanes, however, rue St-Jean, offers a closed off walking street where pedestrians can enjoy a leisurely stroll. Other notable sites nearby the walking street are the Cathédrale St-Jean and two ancient Roman theatres.

With car rental at Lyon East motorists can follow the river to visit Parc de la TĂŞte d'Or, an expansive natural park. The park located north of the city centre contains ponds, a string of rose and botanical gardens, and play equipment for children. The park also houses a modest size zoo.

The Monts du Lyonnais, Lyon's bordering mountain range offer scenic day long drives for those wishing to see the outskirts of the city. The mountain range down towards the southwest houses the areas many cherry orchards. Local villages sprawl across the mountain range offering some decadent local cuisine and hospitality. With cheap car hire at Lyon East Monts du Lyonnais can become a picturesque day trip offering solace from the bustle of city life.

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