Is Lyon Safe for Women?

It depends on the streets, the districts and the time of the Day. I think its better to stay in streets and places were there already are people. And if we are women, not stay alone too long if its night

Lyon is a lively city with a human presence even at night, which makes me not feel in danger in the city of Lyon. Nevertheless, some neighborhoods in the evening, when alone, can be prone to harassment. Getting around by bicycle also allows you to feel safer.

Lyon is a calm and friendly city, in the evening it is still advisable not to be alone, however I sometimes come home from work at 2 a.m. and nothing has happened to me. Transportation is easy to use, and people are generally respectful

My experience late at night is coming back a bit drunk from bars or nightclubs with other people (including both guys and gals) and not being harassed but I know I don't live in unsafe parts of Lyon. Other times I go out at night to do rollerskating and I am not at all bothered , even if I go in the alleged unsafe parts of Lyon :)

I think it depends a lot on the area you live in or commute to. For example, in areas like 5 2 7, where I commute, I feel very safe. But there are places like Guyatyr where I feel unsafe when I go. Of course, I've never had any experience with this before, and for example, I heard that there are areas where you don't feel safe.

Solo travel

I love Lyon! Probably one of my favourite places to travel in. I always felt safe, there’s so much to do, getting around is a breeze and the city is just STUNNING. Can’t recommend it enough and think it’s a great place to explore what French culture is all about