GentleCat, Cat café in Lyon 2e Arrondissement, France.
GentleCat is a cat café in Lyon where seven certified resident cats roam freely among guests enjoying beverages and pastries in a welcoming space. The venue blends a casual café setting with the chance to spend time around these animals in a comfortable environment.
The café was established in December 2015 and underwent an expansion in May 2022. This enlargement allowed the space to welcome more visitors while improving the facilities and comfort for the resident cats.
The café honours Lyon's food tradition by serving house-made pastries, cookies, and muffins alongside around 80 tea varieties sourced from different parts of the world.
The café operates from Tuesday to Sunday, with extended hours until 22:00 on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for both dining and drinks. Guests should plan visits keeping in mind that the cats have rest periods, so interaction with the animals may vary depending on the time of day.
The café donates ten percent of its profits to animal protection organizations and follows strict ethical guidelines for interactions between guests and cats. This commitment is reflected in the careful selection and training of the animals, as well as in educating visitors about respectful behavior toward them.
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