Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse
The Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse, nicknamed « the belly of Lyon », is a covered market dating from 1971 in the 3rd arrondissement. It brings together some sixty merchants and restaurants over 13,500 m². It is dedicated to the Lyonnaise mères and to the chef Paul Bocuse (1926-2018).
A 13,500 m² covered market
Built around 1971 by Tony Desjardins, the Halles form a 13,500 m² covered market in the 3rd arrondissement, with some sixty merchants and restaurants.
What you will find
The Halles house food shops, caterers, restaurants, and wine and drink merchants.
An emblematic site of Lyon cuisine
Nicknamed « the belly of Lyon », the Halles are regarded as one of the emblematic sites of Lyon cuisine. They are dedicated to the Lyonnaise mères and to the chef Paul Bocuse (1926-2018).


Practical information
Frequently asked questions
Are the Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse open on Sunday?
Listed hours are Monday to Saturday 7:30 to 19:30, and Sunday 7:30 to 16:30. Check halles-de-lyon-paulbocuse.com.
Why are the Halles called « the belly of Lyon »?
It is their nickname; the place is regarded as an emblematic site of Lyon cuisine, with food shops, caterers and restaurants.
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