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The Medieval Village of Pérouges

Another short train ride from Lyon is the small town of Pérouges.   The old walled village is a 30-minute walk through the “new” town, uphill from the train station.  There are two gates into the old town.   Pérouges was … Continue reading

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A Side Trip to Vienne

A short train ride from Lyon is the town of Vienne which was an important Roman trading center and is known for its 1st century BC ruins. We stopped for a mid-morning snack before crossing the Rhone River to Saint … Continue reading

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