Givors, between river and industrial heritage at the gates of Lyon

Welcome to Givors, a river town at the crossroads of the Rhône and the Loire, offering a rich industrial past and ideal proximity to Lyon. Bordered by the Rhône and the Monts du Lyonnais, Givors is a little-known but surprising stopover, between history and nature.

A heritage between industrial past and medieval remains
A former glassmaking and metallurgical city, Givors has managed to preserve traces of its working-class history through its old industrial sites and its modern cities designed by Jean Renaudie. But the city also contains medieval remains, notably with the old suspension bridge over the Rhône and the Saint-Nicolas church, dating from the 12th century. Climb up to the ruins of the Saint-Gérald castle, which offer a panoramic view of the Rhône valley and the surroundings of Lyon.

A natural setting ideal for green getaways
Givors is located at the gateway to the Pilat Regional Natural Park, a vast mountainous area ideal for hiking, cycling and forest walks. We recommend a stroll along the banks of the Rhône, a route perfect for a bike ride or a picnic facing the river.

A typical Lyonnaise gastronomy
A few kilometers from Lyon, Givors shares the culinary tradition of the bouchons lyonnais, where you can taste generous dishes such as the rosette de Lyon, the apron of sapeur and the quenelles of pike.

Where to sleep in Givors?
Whether you are on a getaway to the outskirts of Lyon, in search of nature or industrial history, Contact Hôtels welcomes you for an authentic stay between the river and the hills.