This summer, forget the traffic jams, crowded trains, and honking horns: to get around Lyon, all you need to do is hop… onto a boat. That's right, a real one. Named Navigône, the brand new river shuttle from the TCL network will officially launch on June 18, 2025, with well-placed stops between Vaise and the Presqu’île. The first announced stop: the Quai Saint-Antoine, right across from the freshly renovated terraces, where the cobblestones meet the water.
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Behind this sweet urban revolution, there's a clear goal: to bring the people of Lyon back to their river, transforming the Saône into a stylish, gentle means of travel. Say goodbye to the Saint-Antoine parking lot and its diesel fumes, and hello to a riverside garden under construction, which will soon connect the Industry district to Confluence through lovely green walks. As a bonus: the gentle lapping of the water to soothe the mind and stunning views of the quays.
A river bridge between Vaise and the Terrasses de la Presqu'île
In concrete terms, the Navigone shuttle will run every day from 7 AM to 9 PM, with a frequency worthy of a tram: every 15 minutes during peak times. The main route will connect Vaise to the Terrasses de la Presqu'île along a 3.2 km stretch, while Confluence will enjoy a more occasional service at certain times and on certain days.
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Beyond just transportation, it’s a completely unique urban experience that opens up for the people of Lyon: hop on the Saône, rediscover your city from the water, and glide to work or chill on a terrace like you’re on vacation. Lyon in river mode? Yes, please, captain!
