🇫🇷 Encountering the Old Prince and His Little Prince in Lyon

Lyon is the hometown of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, author of The Little Prince. Wander its streets, and you’ll often spot traces of this "old prince" and his beloved Little Prince.​ Here are some of the most notable spots:​ Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport​ The airport was renamed in honor of Saint-Exupéry’s 100th birthday, a fitting tribute to the city’s most famous storyteller ✈️​ Mural: "The Library of The City"​ One of Lyon’s iconic murals (), this artwork features a row of bookshelves. On the second shelf from the top, look closely—there’s a French copy of The Little Prince sitting among the titles 📚​ Mural: "Fresque des Lyonnais"​ This massive, illusionary mural depicts 30 famous Lyonnais figures. Among them, Saint-Exupéry and the Little Prince can be found on the third floor, first from the right 🎨​ Rue Antoine de Saint-Exupéry​ Named in his honor, this street is where Saint-Exupéry was born—specifically at number 8 (P6). Walking here feels like stepping into a quiet homage to his legacy 🏠​ Statue de Saint-Exupéry​ Perched atop this monument, Saint-Exupéry and the Little Prince gaze into the distance. The base is carved with details of his life and motifs from The Little Prince. Located west of Place Bellecour, near Rue Antoine de Saint-Exupéry , it was designed by French sculptor Christian Poulin and unveiled in 2000 🗿​ The Little Prince Souvenir Shop​ Note: Lyon doesn’t have an official museum, but the old town is home to a charming little store selling The Little Prince memorabilia🛍️​ P.S. For an official museum, head to Paris:​ Musée du Petit Prince Paris​ Address: 8 Rue Grégoire de Tours ) ✨​ About the "Old Prince"​ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (1900–1944) was born in Lyon on June 29. Beyond The Little Prince—one of the most beloved books worldwide—he wrote classics like Night Flight and Wind, Sand and Stars.​ Before becoming a writer, he was a pioneering aviator, embarking on countless aerial adventures. After France fell in 1940, he fled to the U.S., then joined the Allied forces in 1943, serving as a French Air Force pilot. On July 31, 1944, he vanished over the Mediterranean while on a reconnaissance mission.​ Though his plane’s wreckage was found in 1998, many prefer to believe he simply flew home to his asteroid B612 🌠​ #Lyon #FrenchTravel #TheLittlePrince#Lyon #LyonFoodie #MichelinRestaurant #FrenchTravel #FranceRoadTrip #EuropeRoadTrip #FoodHeaven #LyonGastronomy