Watch silk weaving at Maison des Canuts
Croix-Rousse, France
At Maison des Canuts, antique wooden looms and silk-making tools explain why Croix-Rousse looks and feels different from the rest of Lyon. A guided visit with a weaving demonstration makes the machinery easier to understand and connects the craft to the lives of the workers. The small exhibition also traces the industry’s history, while the shop sells regional textile products. Check demonstration times and languages before arriving, then continue exploring the surrounding neighbourhood.