Call Lyon, France
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- • Always include the area code 4 when calling Lyon
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Popular Areas in Lyon
Key neighborhoods and districts
Lyon Centre (Presqu'île)
Prefix: 04 72
Historic peninsula between the Rhône and Saône rivers, main commercial and cultural center
Villeurbanne
Prefix: 04 78
Major suburb with university campus, tech companies, and residential areas
Part-Dieu
Prefix: 04 72
Lyon's main business district with major corporate headquarters and the TGV station
Gerland/Biodistrict
Prefix: 04 72
Life sciences hub with biotech companies, pharmaceutical research, and innovation centers
About Calling Lyon
Lyon is France's second-largest metropolitan area and the country's pharmaceutical and biotech capital. Home to major companies like Sanofi and bioMérieux, Lyon has established itself as a European life sciences hub. The city is also a major banking center, with historical ties to textile and manufacturing industries. Known worldwide as the gastronomic capital of France thanks to Paul Bocuse's legacy, Lyon combines industrial strength with cultural richness and a growing tech startup scene.
Business Districts
Part-Dieu Business District
Lyon's central business hub with the iconic Tour Incity, major banks, and corporate headquarters adjacent to the TGV station
Format: 04 72 XX XX XX
Gerland (Lyon Biodistrict)
France's leading biotech cluster with pharmaceutical companies, research labs, and life sciences startups
Format: 04 72 XX XX XX
Confluence
Innovative new district at the confluence of rivers, home to creative industries, sustainable businesses, and the Musée des Confluences
Format: 04 72/78 XX XX XX
Vieux Lyon
UNESCO World Heritage old town, center for tourism, hospitality, and traditional businesses
Format: 04 72/78 XX XX XX
Local Tips
Lyon has a reputation for being hardworking and pragmatic. Business meetings tend to be more efficient than in Paris. The city has strong regional identity - mentioning Lyon's achievements (gastronomy, football, industry) can help build rapport. Lunch meetings are common and often used for relationship-building. The "bouchon" (traditional Lyon restaurant) culture is important for business entertainment.
How to Call Lyon
Step-by-step dialing instructions
Local Dialing
Lyon landlines start with 04 7X, typically 04 72 or 04 78. The format is 04 XX XX XX XX. From abroad, dial +33 4 XX XX XX XX.
Special Prefixes
Lyon Centre: 04 72, Villeurbanne: 04 78, Part-Dieu area: 04 72, Eastern Lyon: 04 37
Carrier Information
Major carriers serve the Lyon area. Business parks like Lyon Part-Dieu and Gerland have dedicated exchanges.
Calling Etiquette
Lyon business culture is slightly less formal than Paris but still professional. Greet with 'Bonjour' and be punctual. Lyonnais appreciate efficiency and directness while maintaining courtesy.
Quick Dialing Format
Example: +33 4 1234567
Why Call Lyon?
Common reasons people call this city
Pharmaceutical & Biotech
Connect with France's life sciences capital, home to Sanofi, bioMérieux, and numerous biotech startups
Banking & Insurance
Reach major financial institutions with significant operations in Lyon, France's second financial center
Food Industry
Contact food manufacturers, restaurant groups, and culinary businesses in the gastronomic capital
Textiles & Manufacturing
Connect with Lyon's historic textile industry and modern manufacturing companies
Tech Startups
Reach Lyon's growing tech ecosystem, including H7 startup accelerator and digital companies
Lyon at a Glance
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