Vernaison (French pronunciation: [vɛʁnɛzɔ̃]) is a commune in the Metropolis of Lyon in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in eastern France.

The commune is located south of Lyon, on the right bank of the Rhône, facing several islands in the river.

The etymology of the village name is not well known, although one can distinguish the name Verne ("alder"), a tree common in wet environments.

Vernaison houses traditional enterprises and shops as well as advanced technology firms.

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