Lyon Best Boulangeries
Lyon Best Boulangeries
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Explore Lyon's artisanal boulangeries, where the essence of baking is an art form. These locally-owned gems offer a genuine treat, embodying dedication to quality ingredients and the craft of baking. In Lyon, discernment is key, as even within this city, not all loaves are created equal. From classic baguettes and rustic cuts to unique rye and seeded options, this guide unveils the diversity of Lyon's bread scene. Whether you lean towards organic, biodynamic, or conventional choices, Lyon's boulangeries cater to every palate. And when it comes to pastries, each bakery has its own specialty, from croissants and pain au chocolat to canelé.
So, if you're like me—someone who relishes quality engages in meticulous research (the quality control has been done), and finds joy in exploring Lyon's boulangeries—this guide is your perfect companion.
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Lyon
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Lyon, as aptly captured by Anthony Bourdain, is synonymous with gastronomic excellence and the epitome of impeccable French cuisine, personified by the legendary Paul Bocuse. This city is not just a culinary haven; it's a UNESCO world heritage treasure, constituting ten percent of its landscape. Lyon, a vibrant and livable city, boasts a rich tapestry of history, including its prominence in the silk trade and the grand Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière gracing its skyline. It's a university hub, fostering diversity and friendliness, while its strategic location makes Paris a mere two-hour train ride away, and Marseille just a stone's throw.
From delectable Saucisson and Saint-Marcellin cheese to the fine spirits like Beaujolais and Chablis, Lyon beckons with a blend of cultural richness, architectural splendour, and, above all, a gastronomic adventure awaiting your exploration. Don't hesitate—immerse yourself in Lyon's culinary and cultural delights; you're sure to fall in love.
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Boulangerie Biologique Paume de Pain
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Bio Beautiful Bread! I am totally in love with well-made anyting but the care and consideration bakers like this take to make bio bread is the best.
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MAISON DESCHAMPS - Boulangerie & Café Bio
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Bigger business and you can get coffee in the morning and a bit of lunch as well. - Go to is the generous seeded baguette as well as the ultra-soft Lebanese bread made with rice flour and chickpeas.
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Le Pain du Gone
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So many cool little bakeries doing great new things again no baguettes and they make much bigger loaves and cut from then. - its such a great idea you paid per kg and can choose a few different ones. Can find them at
Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse
1218 route d’Anse, Limas
14 quai Victor Augagneur, Lyon 3
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Boulangerie Du Palais
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Great bakery locals say the must-tries are the praline tart and almond croissant, but I like the savoury pastries more so stuck to a tomato tart.
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partisan boulanger
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Fermentation experts, well that's what it looks like anyway again a good Boulanger to try. The breads made with 100% pure cereal organic flour.
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Boulangerie Pâtisserie Du Grand Lyon
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Wow, this place is legit the smell was incredible and was the croissant, must visit for sure when you're in this part of Lyon. - Plus its independently owned and the staff are really lovely.
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Boulangerie Mado
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Super cool Italian ~ French bakery and really worth a visit, it's all locally sourced and organic options, made with natural levain, large loaves with a thick crust and a soft and fragrant crumb.(If you need a fix of Italy the plump brioche buns stuffed with whipped cream are the go) - If you take your own bags you get a discount.
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Bonomia Boulangerie
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Worth the long walk up the hill and kind of guilt-free because of all the exercise in getting there. Bonomia is an artisanal bakery whose philosophy can be summed up in a few words: flour, water, salt... and time ! Some basic but quality elements. The bread is made with natural sourdough and organic flours, some of which come from peasant seeds. Delicious brioches are also offered such as chouchou (hazelnuts and almonds). The Cardamom roll is not too sweet which I liked and the savoury foccacia-like breads were outstanding. - you can taste the love from the staff in the food this is a must-visit and a great area to explore.
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Ainay's Bakery
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Good little find and locals love it, the traditional baguette is a must and recommendations are also the tarte aux pommes and the pain des copains. - Everything looks so fresh.
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Boulangerie les Artistes
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Proper bread full stop! So so so good all of it and you should go for the pastries, flaky and buttery with all the good stuff sweet and savoury. The bread was also delicious and had a perfect crust. - The atmosphere is just a perfect chic between the historical building and modern design. The staff are wonderful.
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Bakery Albon
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Classic French and delicious Boulangerie Pâtisserie D’Albon is very food with sweet treats and pastries, the baguettes looked great as well but I went a sweet treat.
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Antoinette & Brioche Bread
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As the name suggests its Breads and Brioche and no baguettes or croissants! -Rustic breads available by weight, made with local cereals.
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Boulangerie Saint Paul | Maison Farine | Lyon
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Ridiculously good buttery heaven in the croissants is exceptional as was the sandwich selection. This is a small neighbourhood bakery overlooking a pretty terrace typical of Old Lyon that has all the makings of a big one but managed and fast service. Quality flour and other ingredients for sure. - Must visit also have a range of local products to make a great picnic.
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Boulangerie Fournil & Fourneaux
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Another classic in a great location if you riding past like me and it was really busy with locals picking up lunch. - I think its also independent and that's great!
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Au Vieux Pétrin
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The window display was enough for me so I went in and again the savoury won out and I smashed a slice of delicious quiche would go back for sure.
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Le Fournil de l'Artisan ~ 185 Cours Lafayette
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High quality and affordable pastries, the shop doesn't look much from the outside but it is what's inside that counts (near La Part Dieu) They do a good range of salads as well.
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Boulangerie Jocteur
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I am not about this praline thing that is so Lyon but a lot of people are and the line for this place was particularly long.
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Boulangerie Reymond
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They offer organic bread and have a large selection of great wheat varieties and no baguettes as such.
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Chez Grégoire Pâtisserie - Terreaux
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Another incredible window display that just tempts you to enter and enjoy. This place is highly rated by locals and tourists alike to be ready to hustle. Desserts are the think and so is gluten-free.
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