Decree renewed in Lyon's Presqu'île

The decree prohibiting gatherings and the curfew in the Presqu'île of Lyon were renewed on Wednesday evening after discussions with the mayor of Lyon, Grégory Doucet, and representatives from the hospitality and restaurant sectors.

Curfew and gathering restrictions

The prefect of the Rhône, Étienne Guyot, announced the renewal of the decree, which prohibits demonstrations, processions, parades, gatherings, and protest meetings on public roads from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. A curfew is also in place from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Thursday.

Areas affected and allowed activities

Bars, restaurants, cinemas, and performance venues remain open, and public transport and vehicle circulation is permitted. The measures apply to a specific area defined by several streets and quays, excluding bridges crossing the Rhône and the Saône that serve these areas.

Exemptions to the restrictions

Several exemptions are in place, including necessary movements like going to or leaving one's home or hotel, health-related reasons, family-related needs, transit on road axes crossing the affected area, and movements of public officials, journalists, or elected officials in the context of their professional duties.

Purpose of the measures

The prefecture of the Rhône stated that the decision aims to balance security and the protection of merchants and residents in the Presqu'île while allowing evening activities to continue and giving residents the chance to reengage with their neighborhood.

Penalties for violations

Anyone who does not respect these prohibitions is subject to a fourth-class fine, which amounts to 135 euros.