Travel Guide To Perouges France - Easy Day Trip From Lyon

Day trip to Perouges from Lyon - French Medieval Town

Perouges, France

With a few extra days in Lyon โ€“ after deciding to postpone our trip to Provence โ€“ my boyfriend decided to take me on a day trip to Perouges, Which is only half an hour away from Lyon by car. The perfect day trip from Lyon! The picturesque and peaceful village is one the most authentic โ€“ although restored in the early 1900โ€™s โ€“ medieval towns you will ever see. The cobblestones roads, half-timbered stone houses, and even the recipe of their world famous Galette de Perouges remains intact in this place.

After the short drive and a ten-minute walk uphill โ€“ worth it โ€“ we finally arrived at the cityโ€™s gate. We made a quick stop at the tourist office, which is located right outside the entrance, and we headed in.

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Perouges is not only well-preserved structurally, but itโ€™s also unspoiled with souvenir shops and tourist traps. The locals have worked arduously to conserve the authenticity of its medieval time โ€“ of course sans famine and plague. And unlike other popular โ€“touristy- places, the locals inhabit the town. As you explore it, you will see the residents walking around, working, or taking their pet for a walk.

For a famous tourist town, the medieval city felt very calm. It is indeed a great place to spend half a day or a day strolling its historical alleyways. We arrived around 10 am, spent the morning walking around, and then settled for delicious lunch at Le Relais de la Tour โ€“ on their front patio overlooking the plaza. Afterward, we continued our tour for a couple more hours. For a list of restaurants in Perouge check out this list.

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What To Eat in Perouges

When in in town you must try Perougesโ€™ famous sugary and buttery Galette de Perouges! Created by Marie Louise Thibaut in 1912, the treat has been a staple ever since. The Galette de Perouges is a brioche dough flatten and baked with butter and sugar on top for a caramelized and crispy texture. Another traditional dish you must try is the Pรฉrougeoise โ€“ perfectly gratinated potatoes with mustard cream, Bleu de Bresse cheese, and a mouthwatering roasted chicken on top.

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When To Visit Perouges

The liveliest time to journey on a day trip to Perouges is during their busy season: April โ€“ October or December for the Christmas market. If you visit during their low season, you may find the town a bit too empty โ€“ unless thatโ€™s what you are looking for โ€“ and many of the stores, restaurants, and even the tourist office closed.

Note

If you visit Perouges in April, on Wednesdayโ€™s, you will find most shops closed.

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How to get to Perouges From Lyon

By Car:
The most convenient and fastest way to go from Lyon to Perouges is by car. It only takes 30 minutes, so a short drive on the A42 and you are there. Thereโ€™s a designated visitor parking lot outside the gated town for 2 Euros.

By Train:
If you donโ€™t want to drive, you can also take the train to Perouges (train station Meximieuxโ€”Pรฉrouges) from Lyon Part-Dieu. Ticket cost varies but tickets start at $19. You can get your train ticket here. The earliest train departs at 6:30 am from Lyon, and the last train from Meximieuxโ€”Pรฉrouges back departs at 9:00 pm. Make sure to check the schedule to plan your return accordingly. The train station is 20 minutes away walking distance to the gated town.

 

Tip:

Wear comfortable shoes, as the steep cobblestone roads require good walking shoes.

 
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