On Sundays in Lyon, the banks of the Saône fill with walkers, the bouchons are closed, and the streets of the Presqu'île breathe. You have a project that can't wait until Monday. Good news: Lyon has more spots open on Sundays than you might think. From cosy coffee shops to 24/7 coworking spaces, here's where to set up your computer this weekend.

Café Bacatá

Rue de la Fronde, in Vieux Lyon (5th). This Colombian coffee shop is a little gem of calm and warmth, with a tempting menu. On Sundays, it's open from about 11am to 5pm.

Our Sunday favourite for a work session in an intimate setting.

Équilibres Café

Rue Terme, in the 1st, between Hôtel de Ville and the Pentes de la Croix-Rousse. A well-kept café, spotted by Passion Télétravail. On Sundays, it's open from 9:30am to 4pm: perfect for a productive morning.

The Sunday spot for a quiet morning in a well-kept setting.

Zeitgeist Café

Rue des Augustins, on the Pentes (1st). A vegan café with warm décor and an inclusive atmosphere. Spotted by CityCrunch Lyon and Petit Paumé. On Sundays, it's open from 9am to 6pm: long hours.

The Sunday address for a warm setting and a 100% plant-based menu.

Café Joyeux

Rue Ferrandière, in the 2nd. Café Joyeux is a network of solidarity café-restaurants that employ people with disabilities. The place is bright and the atmosphere joyful (as the name suggests). According to its website, it opens on Sundays from 10am to 2pm only.

The feel-good spot for a Sunday morning.

Le Puzzle Café

Rue des Estrées, in Vieux Lyon (5th). A speciality coffee shop with Scandinavian décor, pastries and hot drinks. Spotted by Hub-Grade. On Sundays, it's open from 9am to 7pm: you have the whole day ahead of you.

A good option for working all day in Vieux Lyon.

Rakwé Café

Cours Lafayette, in the 6th. Rakwé is a café and art gallery with a discreet welcome. Spotted by Chacun Son Café and Les Alfredines. On Sundays, it's open from 10am to 6pm.

The Sunday spot for a focused session in a setting with soul.

Coworking du Gros Caillou

Boulevard de la Croix-Rousse, in the 1st. A coworking space accessible 24/7, Sundays included. If you need a proper, structured workspace on a Sunday, this is the place.

The Sunday coworking space for those who want no constraints.

ballad café Terreaux

Rue Sainte-Catherine, in the 1st, a stone's throw from Terreaux. A café where you can settle in to work. On Sundays, it's open from 10am to 6:30pm.

The Sunday spot near Terreaux.