Monplaisir Book Market – Lyon 8th

The Monplaisir Book Market, neighbourhood book culture in Lyon 8th

The Monplaisir Book Market takes place on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month on Place Ambroise Courtois, at the heart of the Monplaisir neighbourhood in Lyon's 8th arrondissement. This twice-monthly market brings together booksellers and second-hand dealers offering an accessible selection of works: novels, essays, paperbacks, comics, children's books, art books, old magazines and periodicals, travel guides and regional documentation. The twice-monthly format — two Sundays a month — helps this market build a loyal following of local residents, students and book enthusiasts who make a visit to Monplaisir a Sunday habit.

Monplaisir, a village within the city at the heart of Lyon's 8th

The Monplaisir neighbourhood in Lyon's 8th arrondissement is one of the city's most endearing districts. With its village-like atmosphere, local shops, weekly market and active local associations, Monplaisir is a pleasant and peaceful place to live. Place Ambroise Courtois, the heart of the neighbourhood, hosts the weekly food market and various local events. The 8th arrondissement is also home to major Lyonnais cultural institutions: the Institut Lumière — museum dedicated to the Lumière brothers, inventors of cinema — is just steps away.