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Bordeaux or Lyon?
Both are culture, history and food destinations in Europe.
| Bordeaux | Lyon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Cost of a week | expensive | mid-priced |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Warmest month | August, 28°C | July, 28°C |
| Coolest month | January, 9°C | January, 6°C |
| Known for | Place de la Bourse, Grosse Cloche, Cité du Vin, Grand Théâtre | Basilique de Fourvière, Vieux Lyon, Place Bellecour, Les Halles Paul Bocuse |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Bordeaux | Lyon |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9°C | 6°C |
| Feb | 13°C | 11°C |
| Mar | 15°C | 14°C |
| Apr | 18°C | 16°C |
| May | 22°C | 21°C |
| Jun | 26°C | 27°C |
| Jul | 27°C | 28°C |
| Aug | 28°C | 28°C |
| Sep | 26°C | 25°C |
| Oct | 22°C | 20°C |
| Nov | 14°C | 11°C |
| Dec | 12°C | 8°C |
So which one?
Pick Bordeaux if…
It also works in April, when Lyon is off-season.
Pick Lyon if…
It suits solo travellers particularly well.
Both are at their best in May, June, September, October.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Bordeaux or Lyon cheaper?
Bordeaux is expensive for a week, Lyon is mid-priced.
Which is warmer, Bordeaux or Lyon?
Bordeaux peaks at 28°C in August; Lyon peaks at 28°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.