Lyon - Post Report Question and Answers
Are there personal security concerns to be aware of at this post? Please describe.
Lyon is a very safe city and I felt comfortable walking alone as a single female basically anywhere day and night. The only problem can be gypsies and I had my wallet stolen (pick-pocketed) once in the metro in Lyon. Always be aware of your wallet/purse in Europe, especially at train stations and metros. The gypsies (Roma) are master pickpockets. They are also super cheesy 'gangs' of young male teens called 'racaille'- they are the French equivalent of the 'chavs' found in England. They are loud, obnoxious, and annoying, but that's about it. - Jun 2011
