Let's head for La Croix-Rousse, a very industrious hill, which was once the silk workers' district.

In the heart of the Croix-Rousse district, the Maison des Canuts presents the great history of Lyon's silk industry through exhibition rooms and weaving demonstrations in a 19th-century Canut workshop.

Last updated date : 09/04/2024
All year round Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. On Saturday between 10 am and 6 pm. Closed exceptionally on January 1st, Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, July 14th, August 15th, November 1st, November 11th and December 25th.
Maison des Canuts 10-12 rue d'Ivry - 69004 Lyon 4ème
Maison des Canuts

A visit to the Maison des Canuts takes you to the heart of 5 centuries of Lyonnais silk production, from the silkworm to today's textile industry.
A place for heritage interpretation, the guided tour opens the door to the workshop to help you understand Jacquard's invention, illustrated by a weaving demonstration on a 19th-century hand loom. Discover the history of the Canuts, their revolts, their social contributions and the way they left their mark on the city of Lyon. On certain days, you can continue with a guided tour of the Croix-Rousse traboules.

Program and tickets on line on the website

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Useful tips

Openings
  • All year round
    Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. On Saturday between 10 am and 6 pm.
    Closed exceptionally on January 1st, Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, July 14th, August 15th, November 1st, November 11th and December 25th.
Prices
Accessibility
  • Mental disability
  • Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
  • WC + grab handle + adequate space to move
Additional information
  • The presentation of the health pass is mandatory.

Maison des Canuts

10-12 rue d'Ivry - 69004 Lyon 4ème

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