After three years of work, the extension of the T6 tramway is finally becoming a reality. Starting Saturday, February 14, in the early afternoon, the first trams will run on this new strategic line that now connects the East Hospitals to the Lyon Tech – La Doua / INSA Lyon campus. This marks a major turning point for mobility in the area, enhancing an already heavily used network. With this extension, the T6 stands out as a backbone of public transport in the East of Lyon, designed to streamline everyday journeys and ease traffic congestion.
A strategic route to connect Lyon’s major hubs
On an additional 5.4 kilometers, the line is enriched with ten new stations, linking four major poles of the metropolis. The East Hospitals, Jules Grandclément square, the Gratte-Ciel, and the university campus are now directly, quickly, and reliably connected. Students, healthcare workers, employees, and residents will all benefit!
ants gain in readability, comfort, and travel time.Specifically, this new route makes it easier to connect between neighborhoods, health areas, and educational hubs, while enhancing the appeal of the eastern part of Lyon.
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A breath of fresh air for East Lyon
No less than 22,000 meters of tracks have been laid to allow the line to expand under the best conditions. Stated goal: to welcome up to 55,000 travelers per day. This number sets the tone. The T6 version 2026 is no longer just a local tram; it’s a true tool for metropolitan mobility. The expected result: fewer cars, less traffic jams, less stress, and more reliability for those who cross East Lyon every day.
Long considered less well-served than the city center, this area now benefits from a significant investment. Shops, businesses, healthcare facilities, and universities directly benefit from this new connection. In the medium term, this will also enhance employment, real estate, and quality of life.They would benefit from it.
The new version of the T6 hits the streets this Saturday, February 14th, starting in the early afternoon. It's a date to mark for regular users, the curious, and fans of urban innovations.