Elsa is a wonderful host and able to assist me with all my travel needs . Her place is so close to the train station Lyon Part Dieu which meant I could walk with all my bags and save on taxi fares . Then with the easy and convenient public transport around the city I could be in the centre of town in no time . A visit to the Medieval town of Perouges was a great suggestion by Elsa . It was great to have half a day exploring in the countryside.