Beaches and Waterfront Areas Near Lyon

Lyon is an inland city, but it sits at the confluence of two major rivers — the Rhône and the Saône — and is within reasonable distance of lakes and reservoirs where dogs can swim freely. Within the city itself, the riverbanks offer plenty of waterside walking with dogs. The city's riverside infrastructure has been thoughtfully designed with both humans and dogs in mind. For actual swimming, you need to venture slightly outside the city limits, but the options are genuinely good and well within reach for a half-day trip.