ESN Cosmolyon — the student association that welcomes you in Lyon
👋 Welcome!
Welcome to Lyon, and welcome to ESN CosmoLyon! Founded in 2003, our association welcomes you to a city you'll quickly fall in love with, between its two rivers, its traboules and its famous bouchons.
Our team of volunteers comes from campuses all across Lyon, and we're here to help you settle in and enjoy your exchange to the fullest. With over 200 events a year (parties, city tours, workshops, trips), you won't have a single dull moment.
Whether you're here on exchange, an internship or volunteering, you're now one of us. Come and meet us, we're waiting for you! 🦁
1500 students
Around 1500 students from all over the world welcomed each year on campus by ESN Cosmolyon.
200 events
Dozens of events to help you settle in and make the most of life in Lyon — tours, parties, meetups, and more.
Good to know
- Parent network
- ESN
- Since
- 2003
- What we do
- Team languages
- English · French
Where can you find us?
The ESN CosmoLyon office is located at 25 Rue Jaboulay, 69007 Lyon. You can also find us on social media, or come say hi at one of the many events we organize throughout the year 😉
In the meantime, feel free to check out the Prepare your stay tab and its Useful contacts & services section — they'll help you with all the practical steps 🙌
4 key steps to get ready for your stay in Lyon
Here's what to check off before joining us in Lyon.
Create your Student Hub account
The Student Hub is here to help you get ready for your arrival. Housing, health insurance, mobile plan, transport card… it's all covered! You'll find a to-do list to guide you through everything, and the Study in France team is here to answer your questions and support you every step of the way ✌️
Let's go!Download the welcome guide
Campus France has put together a welcome guide to help you explore and find your way around during your first days. Download it to get all the practical info and top tips.
Download it hereJoin the Buddy System
Request a buddy to get connected with a French student. And don't forget to join our association's socials to stay in the loop about upcoming events — it's one of the best ways to meet new people from day one! 😉
Request a buddyAnd that's it!
Now it's time to join the events organised by ESN Cosmolyon. Welcome Week, city tours, outings, parties… the goal is simple: to make your stay in France unforgettable. We can't wait to meet you!
In an emergency112 — European emergency number · 15 — Ambulance (SAMU) · 17 — Police · 18 — Fire brigade
A close-knit team of volunteers 🙌
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Part of the team? Contact usFrequently asked questions
Questions about ESN Cosmolyon.
What does ESN CosmoLyon do?
We support international students throughout their stay in Lyon, with over 200 events a year: parties, city tours, workshops, trips and more. Our goal is for you to feel at home from day one 🎉
How can I follow your events?
Everything is announced on our Instagram, with the location, time and practical info for each outing.
Where can I find you?
Our office is at 25 Rue Jaboulay, in the 7th arrondissement of Lyon. Stop by or meet us at one of our events.
How can I get in touch?
The easiest way: a message on Instagram or an email to hello@cosmolyon.com.
How can I become a volunteer?
Our team changes every year and we always welcome new motivated faces. Write to us on Instagram to join the adventure.
