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Top 4 quiet places to study in Lyon (without fighting for a place at the BU)

Common room in the Archange student residence in Lyon

📚 Top 4 quiet places to study in Lyon (without fighting for a BU plug)

 

Tired of crowded BUs, ambient hubbub and sockets squatted for 8 hours? It's time to get off the beaten track! Lyon is full of quiet, pleasant and (almost) secret places to study before exams.

 
👉 Whether you're team café latte or team playlist lo-fi under the trees, we've selected 4 perfect spots to study in Lyon, alone or with studious pals.

🏡 The common room in your Gestetud residence

 

Let's start with the basics: your student residence. Table, quiet, Wi-Fi, no commute... what more could you ask for?


A little bonus: certain areas are often empty during the day, perfect for pressure-free concentration.

 

💡 Tip: Consider blocking a regular slot with friends to create a motivating revision routine!

 

Studying in Lyon's Parc de la Tête d'Or

 

🌳 The Parc de la Tête d'Or - studious version

 

Yes, we often go there for a picnic or a run... but it's also a great place to study under a tree or by the lake.
It's quiet, green and a radical change from the white walls of the BU.

 

📍 Recommended area: Botanical Garden side - a little less crowded, a lot more zen.

 

The Bibliothèque du 1er (place Sathonay) for studying in Lyon

 

📚 La Bibliothèque du 1er (place Sathonay) - unknown and cosy

 

It's not quite the size of the BDL, but it's got everything we love: silence, plugs, Wi-Fi and a chill vibe.
Plus, it's often overlooked by students, so there's less competition for a table with a view!

 

✔️ Ideal for stress-free revision and working on worksheets in peace.

 

Slake Coffee in Lyon for relaxed studying

 

☕ Slake Coffee - for those who love coffee

 

Looking for a cosy setting with good coffee, a soft playlist and well-placed plugs? Slake is a sure bet.
Located right in the center of town, this coffee shop is perfect for "deep focus" sessions, with the option of carrot cake.

 

📍 Address: 9 rue de l'Ancienne Préfecture, Lyon 2


Atmosphere: studious but chill - beware, it fills up fast in the afternoon!

 

🧠 Bonus tip: try the "1 place = 1 subject" method

 
Changing location according to the subject to be revised can help your brain retain better (and make the day less monotonous!).
 

Example: history at the park, stats at the café, English at the residence. 🎯

🚀 Now it' s your turn!

 

Between green settings, cosy corners and quiet spaces, Lyon has everything to help you ace your exams without losing your composure or your battery charge 🔋💪

 

What's your favorite place to study in Lyon?

 

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