Car Hire Lyon Vaise

Lyon, France became a metropolitan area when the silk trade began booming by its river port centuries ago. But the modern day function of the city has moved towards industry. The city, now headquarters to Interpol, still retains its historical charm, however. Rich with renaissance era architecture left over from long dead wealthy silk traders, the city boasts several sites of interest.

The river was the centre for all business centuries ago and so many of the historic sites are in the old port. Although once a major port for Mediterranean trade, the old port now serves cruise boats, ferries, and a few fishing lories. With car rental at Lyon Vaise travellers can visit the other sites around the city.

The foothills of Fourvi?re overlook the old port with the hills acting as a natural defense. The old streets wind around renaissance style houses. Rue St-Jean, a pedestrian only walking market, is good for finding local bargains. After visiting the walking street head down to see the Cath?drale St-Jean, Lyon's most famous cathedral.

With car hire at Lyon Vaise a drive over to the national park Parc de la T??te d'Or for a picnic or hiking is easy. In the national park holidaymakers will find lush botanical gardens, playgrounds for kids, and even a small zoo. Hiking, cycling, and jogging paths are also extensive in this nature preserve.

Cherry orchards and rural farm villages in the Monts du Lyonnais make a great day excursion for hiking, picnicking, or scenic driving. With cheap car hire at Lyon Vaise, day trippers can drive the extent of the mountain range stopping in at villages for breaks along the way.