Lyon, on the trail of notorious criminals – Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

EXPERIENCE:

Immerse yourself in the tumultuous history of Lyon with our unconventional guide, Maître Jeannot Sambre, during this unique tour of the Presqu’île district of Lyon. Known for its rich past and notorious criminal affairs that made headlines, this part of the city has a lot to tell, especially when Maître Sambre takes the lead.

This colorful character, nicknamed “the rascal’s lawyer” or “the lawyer rascal,” will guide you through the alleys of the Presqu’île. Together, you will visit the emblematic places associated with Lyon’s notorious criminals, in search of traces left by the “Gang of Lyon,” the “Bande à Nœnœil,” or the Godfather Jean Augé. With humor and erudition, Maître Sambre will share anecdotes that have made Lyon the “Capital of Crime.”

The meeting point is on Rue de la République, from where you will begin your immersion into Lyon’s criminal history. Your journey will take you from Place Bellecour to Passage de l’Argue and all the way to the former Ainay Abbey.

This tour is a true journey through time, where Lyon’s troubled past blends with the charms of the present. It is ideal for those who want to discover Lyon from a new, captivating, and emotionally rich perspective.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

A storytelling tour by Maître Jeannot Sambre, diving into Lyon’s criminal past
Discovering the Presqu’île district of Lyon through its notorious criminal cases
An engaging tour with unique, often humorous tales of Lyon’s troubled past

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