Expat Guide to Living in Lyon

Whether you're already living in Lyon or preparing to move to Lyon, our Expat Guide to Living in France offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Lyon. For answers to specific questions, visit our France Forum to talk with expats in Lyon.

Top 10 Parks in Lyon France

Expats in Lyon, France have a large number of parks to explore and enjoy. Aga Marchewka provides a concise list of the top 10 parks in Lyon and all that they have to offer.

8 Free Things to Do in Lyon, France

Aga Marchewka offers great advice on delving into the French culture in Lyon, France. Find out what you can do in the third biggest city in France... for free!

Living in Lyon, France

A Polish expat in Lyon, France talks about expat life in this beautiful, historic city. She appreciates how locals love their city, their food -- and truly enjoy life. She also appreciates how family oriented it is in Lyon!

Culture Shock Report

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Lyon handle it can be very comforting. Help others preparing to move to Lyon by filling out our Culture Shock Report.

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More Living in Lyon Reports

What are people's priorities in Lyon - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Lyon:

Living in Lyon, France

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Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Lyon? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Lyon? Help others moving to Lyon by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

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International School Report

Parents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Lyon with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Lyon, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Lyon. If you are already living in Lyon, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Lyon by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Lyon? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Lyon by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Lyon? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Lyon? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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Expatriate Health Insurance

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An Expat Talks about Culture Shock & Living in Montpellier, France

This Expat Culture-Shock Report provides a brief glimpse of what it was like for a Brit to hop the Channel and move to Montpellier, France.

This Expat Culture-Shock Report provides a brief glimpse of what it was like for a Brit to hop the Channel and move to Montpellier, France....

An Expat Discusses Living in Moulins, France

This is France as you see it in black and white movies, it's like going back in time fifty years ago, sales people in stores always take the time to chat with you, the pace is not hurried, everybody takes a 2 hours lunch break. Serene, peaceful, beautiful, no tourists, not on the map, I love it.

Finding the Right International School in France

Choosing an international school in France can be a difficult decision. This article provides an overview of some popular international schools in Paris and other areas of France.

Choosing an international school in France can be a difficult decision. This article provides an overview of some popular international schools in Paris and other areas of France....

10 Tips for Living in France

Expats offer tips on health insurance, renting in Paris, culture shock, meeting people and more.

Expats offer tips on health insurance, renting in Paris, culture shock, meeting people and more....

5 Great Places to Retire in Western Europe

We asked expats about great places to retire in Western Europe. While many Western European countries have prohibitively high living costs, there are a few areas that fit the retirement bill. These are some of the recommendations!

12 Expats Talks About What It's Like Moving to France

Expats in France discuss the challenges and adventures of moving to France. From the high cost of living in France to what to bring when you move (and what to leave behind).

Expats in France discuss the challenges and adventures of moving to France. From the high cost of living in France to what to bring when you move (and what to leave behind). ...