La Croix-Rousse

The district started developing in the 18th century when the silk workshops moved here from the Vieux-Lyon area.

The appearance of the neighborhood is heavily influenced by the central role that Lyon played in the silk industry in France.

The vast majority of buildings in the area feature large vaulted ceilings with exposed wooden rafters.

These are covered passageways used by silk merchants to travel and ferry material between buildings while being sheltered from rain.

La Croix-Rousse has always possessed a unique atmosphere compared to the rest of the city.