Your Expat Community in Lyon

Lyon is the second richest city in France and an important economic center. The main industries are consumer services, finance and business services, whilst biotechnology, software development, and IT are also growth industries. Real estate, retail, fashion and design, as well as tourism are also notable industries, with tourism attracting millions of visitors per year and generating significant amounts of income. Away from the formalities of the business world, expats can enjoy the historic center of the city surrounded by architecture dating back to the 12th century. Culture lovers can explore museums and art galleries covering natural history, science and African culture, and then seek out Roman ruins of amphitheaters still remarkably intact. Parks and gardens provide peaceful places to relax, including the 117 hectare Parc de la Tête d'Or. The Lyon life wouldn't be complete without also tasting the famous Lyonnais cuisine and local wines from the Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône regions.

InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in Brussels or Jeddah, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

At our regular InterNations Official Events, we encourage our members to socialize, network, and have fun together. Making new friends in an unfamiliar city can be difficult, but with InterNations you are part of a community of global minds. Jogging, wine tasting, cinema and theater are just a selection of the InterNations Groups you can join to meet like-minded expats as you find your place in Lyon.