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Lyon from the water
The charm of the city really makes itself felt when you’re on the riverbank.
Lyon has both the Saône and the Rhône running through its heart, with the The Pub Wallace chain
two rivers converging in the district known as Confluence. River cruises on
electrically-powered boats offer a different and unexpected perspective To get fully immersed in the world of sport,
on the city’s cultural wealth, far from the hubbub of the big streets in the a trip to a Pub Wallace is a must-do :
you’ll be able to watch the matches
city-centre. For a romantic dinner on the water, the bateau-restaurant while appreciating the warm and lively
Hermès offers up-market cuisine using fresh, seasonable produce. The most ambience. On matchday evenings, eve-
sporty visitors can rent a canoe or paddle-board to take in that special light ryone gathers together here to make the
that you get along the riverbanks. most of the giant TV screens, fabulous
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beers on tap (with a wide selection of
craft beers), and grub that’s worthy of the
finest pubs in England (Fish & Chips, bur-
gers, salads...). There are 4 Wallace esta-
blishments in Lyon for rugby fans to enjoy!
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Ninkasi brasseries
Ninkasi’s 11 brasseries are great places to
enjoy the Rugby World Cup amid a buzzing
crowd. Get together here to discuss the ga-
mes while sampling a beer brewed by the
firm itself, accompanied by a meal featuring
fresh, local produce. A program of soirées and
concerts will take place here throughout the
tournament. As for which location you choose,
there’s a wide selection : near the World Cup
village, facing the spectacular view of the
banks of the Rhône, or right in the heart of
town...
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Base Camp
The New Zealand Team
What a source of pride and emotion it will be for the people
of Lyon to host the legendary All Blacks!
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