On this page you will find useful information about the conference venue, transport options, weather, shopping, dining, tourism, and emergency services in Lyon.
Conference location
The conference will be held at the University Lyon 2 & Sciences Po. Address: University Lyon 2 – 3, Rue de l’Université | Sciences Po (building L) – Rue du Professeur Charles Appleton. Detailed maps for the conference sessions are available here.
Registration area
As soon as you arrive at the conference, please check in at the Registration Desk located at the Palais Hirsch – Lyon 2 – 18 Quai Claude Bernard. Main entrance is located at 3, Rue de l’Universite. Here you can access more detailed information.
Please note that you must wear a nametag received at the registration desk at all times.
Hate standing in line? Well, if you are in Lyon on the afternoon of July 2nd, you can skip the crowds by checking-in at our Early Registration Desk, also located at Palais Hirsch in Université Lyon 2 (18 Quai Claude Bernard). The Early Registration Desk will be open on Tuesday, July 2nd from 2pm to 5pm.
What to bring
We encourage all those in attendance to bring a reusable water bottle to refill at the water stations. Please note that tap water is drinkable at all locations.
PowerPoints and projectors
Every session room is equipped with a projector and projection screen. Session organizers are strongly encouraged to collect all presentations on a USB flash drive before the conference and then to arrive early to connect the laptop and pre-load the files. This will help prevent technological delays during the session.
Please note that due to two factor authorization at the Universities’ Computers we strongly recommend presenters to bring their own laptop (connection cables will be provided) and their presentation on a flash drive as a backup.
Attendees wishing to test their presentations on projection equipment prior to the start of their sessions are encouraged to arrive early at their session room. Remember you must bring your own laptop.
Wifi Access. The conference venue and all rooms are covered by Eduroam WiFi. Please use your own institutional login details to access Eduroam.
For those delegates without an Eduroam account, individual WiFi access has been arranged.
Université Lyon 2 Network: Invite-Lyon2
Launch the browser and follow instructions
Sciences Po Lyon Use personal access code
If you still need one, please fill this form here.
Certificates of attendance
To request an e-Certificate of Attendance, simply email events@ces-europe.org. We will begin processing certificates when the conference has ended.
About Lyon
Lyon, the third largest French city, is a vibrant city full of history, which is known for its rich cultural life and the a multifaceted culinary scene it has on offer. We are very excited to bring this year´s International Conference of Europeanists to Lyon. Located at the intersection of two waterways, namely the Rhône and Saône, its many districts each offer a unique experience. There are many things to be discovered, not least the many attractions in the districts included on the UNESCO World Heritage List (Old Lyon, Fourvière Hill, Presqu’île, and Croix-Rousse). The view at the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière over the city is particularly beautiful, as is the view on top of the Jardin the la Grande-Côte, located right in the city centre and very easily accessible! For more information on the city and what it has to offer, please visit https://en.visiterlyon.com/.
Arrival in Lyon
Only 25 km from the city centre, Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) is served by public transport, and benefits from a solid road and motorway network, especially thanks to the A432.
Option 03: Taxi The indications available in your terminal will lead you to the nearest taxi rank
Public transport
On www.tcl.fr you can check timetables, plan routes and buy tickets. I you would like to rent a bike, you can do so here. You can find some useful information about taxi services here.
How much does the Metro cost in Lyon?
A single ticket costs €2 and can be used for any mode of public transport (bus, metro or tram). The ticket lasts for one hour and you can use it as many times as you want within this hour. However, you must validate your ticket every time you board a new bus/tram. The book of 10 1-hour tickets (€19.50) is also a good option if you are travelling in a group or as a couple.
How much does the funicular in Lyon cost?
The ticket price is €3.50. This ticket is valid for a round trip on the same day on the Fourvière and Saint-Just Funiculars. To reach the Fourvière hill, take the funicular from the Saint Jean station, located in Old Lyon.
Remember also that public transport is free with the Lyon City Card.
How to Buy Tickets for Lyon public transport?
You can purchase tickets from the machines found at all metro/tram stations and major bus stops.
If you’re wondering, “Can I purchase a bus or metro ticket using my bank card?“, the answer is yes. Most of the ticket machines at metro stations and major bus stops accept credit and debit cards. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Locate a Ticket Machine: These are usually found at metro stations, tram stops, and major bus terminals.
- Select Your Preferred Language: The machines typically offer multiple language options, including English.
- Choose Your Ticket Type: Whether you’re looking for a single ride, a day pass, or a week-long pass, the machine provides various options.
- Insert Your Bank Card: Follow the on-screen instructions and make sure to retrieve your card and ticket once the transaction is complete.
Remember, using your bank card is not only convenient but also ensures a contactless and safe transaction. Bus drivers also sell single-journey tickets, but they cost €2.30 and will hold up the queue, so best avoid it.
Climate and clothing
We expect Lyon to be very sunny and warm in July, with temperatures around 28°C (82,4°F) during daytime. Therefore, we suggest that you pack light clothes, make sure to have sunscreen with you, and drink water regularly. In the evenings, the temperature can fall to around 15°C (59°F) – hence, we equally advise you to bring a light jacket. With only a handful of rainy days expected during the month of July, there is a relatively low chance of rain during the conference. Still, we advise you to keep an eye on the forecast closer to the conference and consider bringing rain protection if necessary. Make sure to take mosquito repellent as France is currently experiencing an outbreak of Tiger Mosquitos.
Where to eat
Medical Attention
A pharmacy or chemist should be your first place of call for any form of medicine. supermarkets do not stock medicine. Health insurance: Citizens of EEA countries must bring their EHIC card (European Health Insurance Card), otherwise they will be charged in full. Non-EEA citizens are not covered by the EEA regulations and will be charged in full.
Medical emergencies and assistance in Lyon Metropole
Find medical assistance from SOS Médecins: by phone 24/7 at 04 78 83 51 51, SOS Médecins provides medical assistance by phone and can go to your home for an emergency consultation.
Call 112 in all European Union countries: a general platform on a Europe-wide level for all emergencies.
Send an SMS to 114 if you are deaf or hearing disabled.
Outside of working hours (before midnight), you should call +33 4 72 33 00 33, where a nurse/doctor will talk through your symptoms and direct you to a Maison médicale de garde (night-time medical clinic).
On-call pharmacies in Lyon Metropole
If you need medicine after normal opening hours, you need the Pharmacie de garde (night-time pharmacy). You can find the address of your local night-time pharmacy at the entrance of any closed pharmacy. 5 on-call pharmacies are open at night and on Sundays and holidays in Lyon Metropole. There is a supplementary fee of €5 on Sundays and holidays and an extra fee of €8 at night for prescription medicines.
– La Grande Pharmacie Lyonnaise, 22, rue de la République, 69002 Lyon
– La Pharmacie de Gratte-Ciel, 28 Avenue Henri Barbusse, Villeurbanne
– La Pharmacie de L’Horloge, 14 Place Vauboin, Tassin-la-Demi-Lune
– La Pharmacie des Portes du Sud, 49 Boulevard Lénine, Vénissieux
– La Pharmacie Portes des Alpes, Centre Commercial Auchan, Saint-Priest
Hospitals in Lyon / English Speaking Doctors
Hôpital Edouard Herriot / 5, place d’Arsonval/ 69003 Lyon
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Hôpital de La Croix-Rousse
Centre Livet / 10, gde rue de la Croix-Rousse, 69004 Lyon
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Centre Hospitalier St Joseph Et St Luc
20, quai Claude Bernard /69007 Lyon
Tel: 04.78.61.81.81
Hôpital Neurologique et Neurochirurgical Pierre Wertheimer (Neurology)
59, boulevard Pinel, 69500 Bron
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Hospital Louis Pradel – (Heart and respiratory reanimation)
59 Blvd. Pinel / 69500 Bron
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Hôpital Femme-Mere-Enfant (mothers and children)
59, boulevard Pinel / 69500 Bron
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud
Chemin du Grand Revoyet / 69310 Pierre Benite
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Service de Consultations et de Traitements Dentaires (Dental service)
6-8, place Depéret / 69007 Lyon
Tel: 08 20 08 20 69
Banks
Opening hours are usually Mon–Fri, 08:30-12:15 / 13:45-18:00 and on Saturday 08:30-12:45. 24-hour cash dispensers are available. All major credit and debit cards are accepted, especially by hotels, restaurants, shops and petrol stations in Iceland. Currency is Euro.
Here’s a list of banks:
CA Britline: CA Britline is a branch of Credit Agricole Normandie, providing English-speaking banking services to customers throughout France. 24 hour online banking. Contact them via their website or by telephone.
HSBC: Account opening, business and personal finance and all aspects of everyday banking are dealt with by English-speaking managers. Private banking services also available. Contact Nathalie Burckert. Based at 41 Rue Victor Hugo, Lyon (69).
BNP Paribas: All Banking facilities available to international clients including account management, business and personal finance, and investments. Based at 5, rue de la Republique, Lyon (69) with branches around Lyon and the Rhone Valley. Contact Jane Chadwick.
Lyon Terreaux: Dedicated to helping international clients in Lyon and the Rhone.
Barclays: All banking facilities available to International clients including, Investment advice, Finance and personal and business account opening. Contact Emmanuel Faverjon. Based at 1 Cours Franklin Roosevelt, Lyon (69).
Banque Rhone-Alpes: International banking services for English speaking customers. Personal and business account opening services along with loans, mortgages and financial advice.
Monte Paschi Bank: Complete range of banking and financial services for international expats in the Lyon area. 55 avenue Marechal de Saxe, Lyon (69).
Post Offces
French post offices (bureaux de poste or PTTs) – look for bright yellow La Poste signs – are generally open 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday. However, don’t depend on these hours: in smaller towns and villages offices may close earlier and for lunch, while in Paris the main post office is open 24 hours. Avoid lunch hours and late afternoon, when office workers dealing with business mail create endless lines.
Postage Rates, Buying Stamps
For sending letters, remember that you can buy stamps (timbres) with less queuing from tabacs (tobacco shops). Though many of the tabacs also sell postcards, the choice is limited; for a better selection of more unusual cards, try the Pompidou Center or the Latin Quarter (especially rue Saint André des Arts). Writing paper and envelopes may be purchased in papeteries (stationers), but most supermarkets offer the same at a much lower price.
A standard first-class letter (20g or less, Lettre Verte) or postcard sent within France costs €0.58, or €0.63 by priority mail; to continental European countries (from Scandinavia to Portugal), Baltic states, Greece, and the British Isles €0.80; to other European or Eurasian countries. Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Oceania (Australia, New Zealand) €0.95.
Inside many post offices you will find a row of yellow-coloured guichets automatiques – automatic postage machines with instructions available in English, where you can weigh packages and buy the appropriate stamps; sticky labels and tape are also dispensed. A machine can change notes into coins, so there is no need to queue for counter service.
Shopping
Lyon offers plenty of opportunities for a shopping spree. Here’s a list of some shopping centres.
1) The Presqu’Île-Bellecour District: For Global Brands & Shops
2) Le Village des Créateurs (Creators’ Village): For Artisan Originals
3) Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse Market: For Edible Gifts
4) Vieux Lyon (Old Town): For Textiles, Souvenirs, & Treats
5) Confluence Shopping Center: For Designer & Mid-Range Clothing
6) Part-Dieu Shopping Center: A Convenient Stop to or From the Airport
Useful phone numbers
Emergency number: 112
Fire Service: 18
Police: 17
Medical assistance: 15 / 3237 for outside hours GP and pharmacy information
