General bookshops Rhône-Alpes

Decitre Confluence or the art and fashion of a tradition bookstore born over a century ago is continuously reinventing the bookstore in the 21st century in the heart of a futuristic neighbourhood. The first impression is that of a space where you can move freely, even with very young children, or to stroll in search of the rare pearl for hours… With well-spaced shelves extending over more than 1 000 m², this provides opportunities for all readers. Because if you can enter at Decitre as in another shop in the mall, everyone quickly gets caught up in the game and the unique pleasure of reading, the discovery amidst its wide alleys. Children are happy to have a dedicated space where they can have as much enjoying themselves as reading beautiful stories. Leisure and pleasure, two strong words of this library which has all the works we're looking for, from the last novel of the back to school period to the more specialized works especially comic, manga, humoristic book or beautiful art books to offer or to please yourself. At Decitre, the book can also be digitized with the numerical reading to test without moderation. The other feature of this library is its very complete stationery space and its "design and techno objects" space where you can find lots of gift ideas. At Confluence, in Lyon and elsewhere, Decitre remains the reference bookstore.

Do you want to know "livresse"? That euphoria you feel when you open the door of this independent bookshop. On the left bank of the Rhône, Rive Gauche is committed to making us better and smarter. We've fallen in love with the team of booksellers who make a fine selection of books - they even award a Rive Gauche prize - in all styles, from literature to comics. To guide you, we take the time to listen to you, to talk to you, to take you to discover authors who don't make the headlines in the new literary season. Authors with whom you can chat during meetings organized at the bookshop. Comics, children's literature and many surprises.

Tram stop Dauphiné-Lacassagne to find l'Esprit Livre, a neighbourhood bookshop inviting all audiences, even the youngest, to love books thanks to the personalised advice of passionate booksellers. A bookshop where all genres are clearly presented with the Esprit Livre favourites to be shared. An important choice of books for young people, novels for all desires, thrillers, comics and manga, school books and supplies for the new school year. And also meetings with authors in this real place of culture and life.

An address dedicated to books for over two centuries! In 1922, Benjamin Arthaud took over this bookshop, which he continued to expand as he developed his publishing activity. Located in the heart of the city in two absolutely superb ^15th and ^16th century mansions, the bookshop offers a majestic setting with its interior courtyard, staircase and shelves where passionate booksellers welcome all book lovers. Exhibition space, Rabot gallery, and meetings with authors.

Founded in Lyon in 1907, Decitre has established itself as the region's leading bookshop, with 10 stores, including one in Grenoble. If you're the kind of person who likes to stroll around a bookshop set in old stone walls, surprised by books you come across at random, Decitre Grenoble is the place for you. With a wide choice in every field, you'll never go home without a book in your bag. From comics to specialist books, travel guides, school books and stationery, there's never a bad time to visit Decitre. Events, meetings and signings with authors. Online bookshop.

Cultura is not next to the centre of Lyon, but the cultural space is not limited to the Presqu'île. In an easily accessible commercial area, Cultura puts books within everyone's reach. At Cultura, everyone finds their own vision of culture and the means to express it. The choice of books in all genres is immense. Cultura is also music, a well-stocked stationery department and other fine and creative arts departments. Creative workshops to master all techniques. A place where life becomes more beautiful.

Would you like to visit Landru? No problem. The Jean Landru bookstore of rue Joseph-Vallot, facing the brewery l'M, offers a wide range of novels of all kinds, political tests and mountain books: Herzog, Rebuffat, Audibert, Frisian-Roche await you a firm spike. Books on mountaineering, hiking and trekking, BD, topographic maps, atlases, tales and legends or photos… Livres also, with portfolio trips across the mountains of Europe and elsewhere. Because we can be passionate about altitude and cosmopolitan, as long as: the sacred mountains of the Himalayas or the highlands of the Andes have their place on the Étagères shelves as well as the 4000 of the Alps. It is noted that in 2009 the bookshop obtained the label of independent bookstores (ITA) of the Ministry of Culture. It would ultimately be a crime not to stop there. 

There are almost everything in books and multimedia (DVD, CD, video games, computer, telephony). The sign is a beautiful part of the books: novels, polars, literary novelties, essays… Also a youth radius, with books of awakening, tales and novels. The BD radius is also provided with relatively new titles and a beautiful selection of mangas. A travel/travel guide radius, and also extracurricular, political, legal and economic works… The friendly staff is really available, and orders the title or article that is no longer in store. Comfortable armchairs and sofas invite you to take the time to browse before buying.

The aptly named Cultura store brings together everything related to culture: bookshop, stationery, comic books, school books, CDs, DVDs, video games, a ticket service for concert and theatre tickets, but also a large area dedicated to manual activities. Creation of Easter eggs or slate mugs, home decoration, effect jewellery, felt cakes? Workshops are organized every week for adults and children from 6 years old.

The most famous cultural superstore in France has a store in Saint-Etienne. Fnac is the place where you will find everything you need, from classics to travel and cookery books, science fiction, comics... At Fnac you can also buy all the hi-fi, computer and photo equipment of your dreams. If you are interested in purchasing an Apple product, a dedicated brand space will allow you to test it with an experienced employee. In recent years, the company has also been selling toys and board games. The salespeople are of good advice, and the Fnac card is really interesting, especially for shows.

There's no better place to read than Gibert! A store that never runs out of new and used books of all kinds, with discounts of up to 75% off the new price. To give your books a new lease of life, use the app or website to estimate their trade-in value. Literature from around the world, children's books, travel guides, wellness books... plus a stationery and games section.

Le Square, located in the heart of the city, is one of Grenoble's oldest bookshops. But this beautiful fifty-year-old bookshop lives perfectly with the times, offering an incredible selection of books in all genres: literature, fine arts, comics, children's books... A contemporary bookshop that knows how to transmit the pleasure of reading to all publics, especially children, who are particularly well received in a superb space. It's a bright place where it's pleasant to stroll around and get advice from passionate people. Meetings with authors. Kiosk at the MC2 before performances. La Gazette du Square gives us more valuable advice.

The storefront in the Latin Quarter, looking as if it had stepped out of ancient times, is a real eye-catcher. The interior, in successive universes with books up to the ceiling, is a reader's dream. Silvia Aulagnon, originally from Eastern Europe, opened this bookshop in 1995. It is very well stocked, especially in literature, history and poetry, but also in books on spirituality, theater, music, art, literary correspondence, detective fiction, science fiction... On the tables, you'll find works not always featured elsewhere. You'll also find an in-depth selection of books on the humanities and social sciences. Don't hesitate to ask for advice - the bookseller knows her stuff!

The Lune et l'Autre bookstore encourages the pleasure of reading. The shop is divided into two parts. One is dedicated to books for adults, with the latest literary news of the moment, but also an interesting selection of beautiful books, ideal for gifts. The other is dedicated to books for children. The cosy atmosphere makes you lose yourself in the shelves in search of your next reading. The composition of the shelves changes regularly. Don't hesitate to come in often to discover all the new items. French literature, foreign literature, humanities, poetry, art books: here you'll end up finding what you're looking for and get good advice.

Independence is priceless. Unlike books, which have a unique price! Unique, like this bookshop run by genuine literary enthusiasts who are at Les Modernes to help you make your choice with great kindness. Independent publishers, small editions, creative works... For 17 years, Les Modernes has been showcasing books that you won't necessarily find elsewhere. Gaëlle Partouche has opened up Les Modernes to other art forms, with exhibitions and events. There are even shows for children, who are not forgotten at this Librairie Sorcières. A well-cultivated independent bookshop.

Librairie des Bauges, present in Albertville since 1953, occupies a central position in the life of the community. In 2018, it underwent a major transformation, including a complete renovation with expansion and beautification. The independent and dynamic bookshop is determined to fulfill all the essential missions of a bookshop, offering a vast selection ranging from the latest novelties to timeless classics. The premises also boast 350 m² of space for hosting cultural events.

This 1,200 ^m2 space houses more than 80,000 book references in a bright setting overlooking Clermont-Ferrand. From novels to comics to youth, the attentive staff will be able to advise you. You will also find everything you need in music, DVDs, as well as a well-stocked creative leisure section that organizes workshops to support its creation. Latest culture news, good classics, a haven of culture where you can take a break after the races. The place also allows you to book your show tickets.

The tone is set in the name of this bookstore! An expression from a poem by Paul Éluard, Bleue comme une Orange is a place where people love words. Located in the centre of La Talaudière, the bookstore, run by Gilbert Castellino, offers a wide choice of readings for young and old alike. The selection is based on a variety of backgrounds: novels, history books, stories, tourist guides, local books, poetry collections, police officers, cooking recipes, children's books, etc. The children's corner is dense. All authors have their place: great authors and award-winning writers rub shoulders with less famous writers, without distinction. Many animations and dedications are offered all year round.

Read, learn, understand, share your knowledge, but also have fun and enjoy yourself... Cultura has succeeded in putting culture within everyone's reach in large stores where you could spend days. At Cultura, it's easy to park in the vast parking lot and enter out of curiosity, before getting hooked on all the worlds on offer. It's impossible to list everything you'll find in music, creative arts, fine art, stationery... As for books, you'll find endless shelves, from classic novels to the latest comics (with a superb section on comics), not forgetting the travel guides section. Fine art, music... Treat yourself to unlimited culture.

Librairie du Tiers Temps is an independent bookshop located in Aubenas, Ardèche. It's a place of reading and discovery where book lovers can find what they're looking for. The bookshop offers a wide selection of books, from classics to new releases. Customers can buy in-store or collect their purchases in-store.

Located on rue Notre-Dame, the Mauvais Genres bookshop specializes in popular literature, including thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, comic books and American comics, in French translation or the original... All books, recent or older, are second-hand but in very good condition. Buying and selling takes place in a friendly atmosphere. Thierry Araud is a captivating and culturally-savvy bookseller who will guide you through the stacks of books, giving you personalized advice and unearthing the rarities he knows best. There's nothing like an enthusiast to find you a pearl that will make your sleepless nights tingle!

With courage and passion, Dominique Minard, a true lover of foreign and detective literature, has created an establishment at the top of the Rue des Gras. After occupying the rue Pascal, the 7,500 or so works of French and foreign literature, humanities, fine arts and children's literature were refocused on this 90 m² space at the foot of the cathedral. Meetings with authors, readings, dedications, and even themed meetings, conferences, exquisite corpses... The term "independent bookshop" takes on its full meaning here... The advice, the welcome and the choices made make it a beautiful place. A real pleasure. A real favourite.

In this independent bookstore paper is given pride of place, whether it is already written or not. Full of soul and inspiration, duly explained favourites and a few well-selected novelties line up on the tables. At the back of the shop, a room is reserved for second-hand books, with a beautiful books section and a section dedicated to photography, collector's items such as these magnificent albums of Bécassine from the original times. Children's section with a selection of magnificent books. If the house gives a good visibility to small independent publishers, it also takes care of your orders from all publishers. Loyalty card.

It is one of the pillars of the literature in Valencia. For 40 years, this bookstore in the pedestrian center advises readers looking for new texts to discover. Modernized in 2015, Our Time is a very pleasant bookshop where strolling in search of a new book to eat. Central islets present you with new and heartfelt features. Light wood shelves make the visit brighter and push the walls. On the offer side, you always find general literature, but also a supplement of soul and works that are real discoveries. Regional literature and beautiful offer in youth. If a book is not in radius, it can be ordered and obtained quickly. Dedications and meetings with authors are regularly proposed. Do not hesitate to be advised because booksellers' selections are often relevant. Since 2016, Our Time is part of the collective at Chez-mon bookaire. fr, a site where you can consult the bookstore inventory, book a book or order your books.

A family of bookshops, each with its own specialities. Vivement Dimanche, a Croix-Rousse institution for over 20 years, has divided its spaces into 3 age categories to meet all our reading desires. L'Aînée is the historic home of an independent bookshop founded by Maya Flandin. All the best advice on literature, humanities and comics. La Cadette - fine arts and practical life - is located on grande-rue de la Croix-Rousse. Finally, La Benjamine houses a 3-storey children's area on rue du Mail, from birth to adolescence. Meetings, book signings and events for a bookshop on the move. Excellent advice.

The bookstore of a tramway that we must call "desire" so much our desire to read rises following the advices of wise booksellers. And it is even more true since the last works realized this year which allowed not only to embellish the bookshop, but also to enlarge it by proposing a new department entirely dedicated to the comics and mangas. What hasn't changed is the charming and professional welcome, the good advice on how to choose your books from a vast choice in all genres. Another good reason to take the streetcar to visit this bookstore: the Reading Circles for young and old. Frequent meetings with the authors.

In this commercial area of the Presqu'île, an island where it is good to stop over. In spaces, probably larger than you can imagine from the outside, covered with books, there is something for all tastes, all desires. New and classic French and foreign literature, essays, books on the arts and shows, trips also with beautiful books and guides to explore France and the world. Notes from booksellers who indicate the books they like. Comic strips and children's books offer other pleasures.

A nugget for all book lovers. This small bookstore has everything of a big one and it is a place where readers particularly like to meet the authors, with a nice selection made by enthusiasts. Vast choice in many fields - French and foreign literature, classical and contemporary, poetry, theatre, cookery books, fine arts, comic strips... The opportunity to broaden your literary horizons and to feed your curiosity. A door to push, a path to take to show the way in every chapter.

It all starts by passing through the book arch at the entrance before plunging into a veritable forest of paper. Here, titles not seen elsewhere grow, selected by authentic "passionate booksellers-readers" who are interested in all publishers, even the unknowns. It is at the Bal des Ardents that you will make real discoveries from among more than 30,000 references thanks to the personalised advice of "bookmasters". The other pleasure is the gallery where exhibitions follow one another. Enjoy yourself at the Bal des Ardents!

Open since 1996, Librairie des Canuts has undergone a facelift at the start of 2024. But if the bookshop will be even more beautiful to welcome you in the best conditions, what won't change is the passion of the team of booksellers to guide you through a selection of books in all fields. Starting with Lyon, since Librairie des Canuts has the best selection of books on the city. Get away from it all: French and general literature, comics, a well-stocked children's section, classics, pocket books in the prestigious La Pléiade collections, historical works, and an excellent travel section with the best travel guides. A favorite.

A pleasant stopover in the pedestrian street of Tournon. This independent and general bookstore has a history. Opened in 1839, it has never changed location and has seen 7 generations of the same family before being taken over by Antoine in 2018. Continuity is assured and it is a success with 4 employees. The new team has added a children's section and a comic book section, and programs animations, exhibition openings, dedications and workshops in the magnificent lounge on the second floor. Reference bookshop label. Here we advise you for a real exchange.

Opened in January 2015, LIBRAIRIE DU CENTRE is a general bookshop located in the heart of Ferney-Voltaire. With a vast choice of over 8,000 titles in French and a selection of books in English, it has something for every reader. The ordering service allows you to broaden your horizons even further, in both French and English. Welcoming and well-stocked, this bookshop will delight book lovers looking for new reading or sound advice. It's a must for locals and visitors alike.