Maison des Canuts

An emblem of the Croix-Rousse, the Maison des Canuts tells the story of Lyon's silk workers, the canuts. The museum presents collections on their history, with working looms and items linked to the silk industry. It is an ideal visit for understanding the soul of the hill that works.

The silk workers' hill

The Croix-Rousse is the hill where the canuts, Lyon's silk workers, lived and worked, and their history still marks the district's architecture and streets. The Maison des Canuts naturally belongs here: the visit makes most sense when followed by a walk through the slopes. Bring comfortable shoes, as the terrain is hilly.

Looms that actually work

The museum highlights working looms along with items related to the history of silk and its industry. Seeing the weaving gesture, or hearing about it from someone passionate, changes how you look at the scarves and fabrics on display. It is a concrete, lively visit, far from a simple display case.

Days and hours to remember

According to published hours, the house opens Tuesday to Friday from 10 am to 1 pm then 2 pm to 6 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm. It appears closed on Sunday and Monday, worth bearing in mind when planning your stay. The safest option is to confirm on maisondescanuts.fr or by phone before heading up.

A detour through the slopes

After the visit, let yourself be guided by the lanes and stairways of the Croix-Rousse, a district with a village feel full of artisan shops. It is also a good chance to explore traboules, the covered passageways typical of the city. Finish with a break in a local café to enjoy the neighbourhood atmosphere.