Époqu'Auto 2026 in Lyon: where to stay

Époqu'Auto returns for its 47th run as one of Europe's landmark gatherings for classic cars and vintage motorcycles. Run by the Club des 3A, the show fills close to 100,000 sqm of covered space at Eurexpo Lyon with roughly 900 exhibitors and partners, from restorers and parts specialists to craftspeople, model dealers and vintage print sellers. More than 110,000 visitors are expected across the three days. The programme blends auctions, historic vehicle displays and rotating themed zones, each edition spotlighting a different focus: utility vehicles, storied marques, regional racing heritage or milestone model anniversaries. The event also bridges trade and public crowds, drawing buyers and restorers as well as enthusiasts who come to see and dream over machines from another era. Eurexpo sits just outside Lyon with direct motorway access from the A46 and large on-site car parks. The city centre, about 15 minutes away by car or public transport, is a convenient base to pair the show with dining, heritage and urban sightseeing.