Protests in Lyon's 3rd arrondissement

Protests erupted in Lyon on Tuesday morning as high school students, students, and teachers mobilized in the 3rd arrondissement. The demonstration began at Place Guichard, with the procession expected to reach Rue Rabelais shortly before 10:40.

Protests spread to Villeurbanne

The mobilization also affected Villeurbanne, where a gathering was reported in front of the National Conservatory of Music, which remained closed for the day. This indicates the protests extended beyond the city center into surrounding areas.

Seven institutions affected in Lyon

According to the prefecture, seven institutions were affected in the Lyon metropolitan area. Four high schools—Ampère, Branly, Blaise-Pascal, and Fitzgerald—experienced gatherings, showing the widespread nature of the demonstrations among secondary education institutions.

Higher education institutions involved

In higher education, Sciences Po Lyon, the ENS, and INSA joined the movement. Universities Lyon 2 and Lyon 3 remained closed, with classes held online, reflecting the impact on both secondary and tertiary education sectors.

Law enforcement intervention at Ampère high school

Law enforcement used tear gas grenades in front of Ampère high school after several projectiles were thrown. This escalation suggests tensions rose during the protest, prompting a stronger response from authorities.

Arrests and closure count

By 10:44, law enforcement had carried out seven arrests related to fireworks mortar firings, trash fires, and possession of prohibited weapons. A total of 11 schools and universities have been affected since the beginning of the day, indicating the scale of the disruptions.