Centre d'histoire de la résistance et de la déportation
Lyon museum in the former Gestapo headquarters, devoted to the Second World War in Lyon, the Resistance and deportation.
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About the museum
The Centre d’histoire de la résistance et de la déportation is located in Lyon in the former headquarters of the Gestapo, where Klaus Barbie worked. The museum opened on October 15, 1992 to preserve the memory of the Resistance and of the persecution during the Occupation.
The permanent exhibition “Lyon dans la guerre, 1939-1945” traces daily life, repression, the persecution of Jews, deportation and the action of the Resistance in the city. The museum holds testimonies, everyday objects and documents, and offers an online collections portal.
The centre also organises temporary exhibitions, guided tours, lectures and city walks. It is one of the six municipal museums of the City of Lyon and has a library open to the public.
Highlights
- Permanent exhibition “Lyon dans la guerre, 1939-1945”
- Former Gestapo headquarters in Lyon
- Testimonies, everyday objects and documents from the period
- Forged copy of the newspaper Le Nouvelliste, clandestine press and broadcasts by Radio London
- Specialist library
Permanent exhibition
- Lyon dans la guerre, 1939-1945 – The permanent exhibition tells of life in Lyon during the Second World War, from repression and persecution to Resistance and deportation.
- Operated by
- Ville de Lyon
- Visitors per year
- approx. 82,817
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €6 |
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| Reduced | €4Young people aged 18 to 25 inclusive, staff of the Lyon Tourist Office, holders of the annual pass of the Musée des Confluences or of Lugdunum |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Free admission for children under 18. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Free admission for people with disabilities and up to two companions. |
| Groups (10+ people) | €5 per personBooking required for groups of more than 10 people. Guided tour with mediation at an extra charge: €60 for 1 h, €85 for 1 h 30 min, €110 for 2 h per group. |
| Free visit with temporary exhibition (full price) | €8Reduced rate €6. |
| Audio guide of the permanent collection | €1 |
| One-hour guided tour | €2€1 for children under 18, in addition to admission. |
| Workshop or playful visit | €6€4 for children under 18. |
| Musées de la Ville de Lyon card | €25Unlimited access to the six municipal museums for 12 months. |
Free admission on proof, including for jobseekers, recipients of minimum social benefits, members of ICOM and ICOMOS, journalists, City of Lyon employees, friends of the CHRD, former resistance fighters, deportees and veterans. The Carte Culture costs €38 (€10 for ages 18 to 25).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum is entirely on one level and wheelchairs are available. Eight induction loops are available for guided tours. Some activities are offered in French Sign Language. The public department prepares adapted tours for groups.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 17 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
A free activity booklet for children aged 9 and over is available at reception. Workshop-visits, visits with a cooperative board game and readings are offered during school holidays.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Centre Berthelot – Sciences Po Lyon (T2)
Tram T2, metro line A (Perrache) or B (Jean Macé), Lyon-Perrache and Jean Macé stations.
By car
Parking available
LPA Berthelot car park, rue de Marseille, with an electric vehicle charging point.
Vélo’v station at the Centre Berthelot, rue Pasteur.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Shop open at the same hours as the museum.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours and workshops have limited places; online booking is recommended, and meeting is at reception 15 minutes before the start. |
