Le Trou

Top-notch establishment, very friendly and welcoming, a special mention for Micka, the gem and treasure of the place 🤩

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I went to the Trou Valentin club, who was at the entrance, very friendly and smiling. It was a pleasure to have someone like him ❤️❤️❤️❤️ And what's more, at Trou Valentin, there's nothing to complain about; they always have good people there, thank you 😘😘😘

It's a shame the shower area is gone; it was convenient for hygiene. The overall property is fine. The renovation is nice, and Mickael is very friendly. However, the owner's coldness still leaves something to be desired, and he doesn't even play the semi-nudity card, which frankly isn't a good example. The price is okay.

Fired after many years here, what a shame

I recommend it to everyone, LGBT++++++ etc.

A cool place where meeting people is easy. Everyone is respected for their individuality, yet all are treated equally. A place where you don't spend your time staring at each other.

First experience at Le Trou, and really great, great welcome, nice atmosphere, few people but I found what I was looking for. The upstairs room with 2 beds, and several cabins were perfect. Cleanliness at the top. I went back there the next day.

I went there this Sunday during the "everyone get naked" afternoon. I was initially skeptical about whether it would be crowded (it was a Sunday, and it was too hot for people to be out, etc.). In the end, it was packed! The establishment is quite well designed. The storefront is discreet; unless you know it, you wouldn't know what it is, and you have to ring the bell to get in (security first). You arrive in a small vestibule where the owner, a very friendly guy contrary to what some reviews say, greets you and explains how it works. Inside, there's a bar and lockers with keys where you can leave your belongings (tip #1: attach the wristband to an ankle because your hand is used more often, and the key makes noise!). The place has a multitude of nooks and crannies with different atmospheres: from a maze of corridors to private booths, including two floors plunged into darkness. However, you have to make your own way around the crowd because it's always the same people who get all the attention... But that's more of a human issue! I wish there were any hand sanitizer dispensers (at least). Yes, they sell it at the bar, but since it's a reserved area and other customers are often at the bar, it's difficult to just go up and say, "Hey! Can you give me something to make things slide?" Hence my second tip: a little lubricant to slip into your sock. Not very glamorous, but incredibly practical. Finally, keep in mind that there's no cell service. Luckily, there's Wi-Fi! The owner will gladly give you the password (not the device), but be careful not to leave your phone in the bar!

While in Lyon, I tried out this cruising bar for you, right in the heart of the city center. The place is spacious, clean, and very well laid out. The staff seems to take pride in organizing themed evenings. The choice of themes is diverse but mostly revolves around nudity, though it's never mandatory, which is a big plus. The establishment offers small lockers at the entrance and a rather convivial bar area. As for the other meeting spaces, it must be said that they are numerous and varied. I enjoyed exploring them all. There's even a shower, cabins of all sizes, a darkened area... everything was perfect. My only complaint concerns the clientele, which seems to be mostly made up of regulars. Couples, friends, exes, or neighbors... everyone knows each other, and it can be difficult to find your place in this small microcosm. This lack of hospitality costs the establishment a star in my rating. However, I had a good time and some surprising and unexpected encounters, but it was rather laborious. Also, you need to be in very good shape because it's non-stop! So take precautions beforehand. I should point out that there are no condoms or lubricant available for free. You have to pay for them, which I find scandalous enough to warrant removing a second star. At a time when public health and safety are major issues, I find it unthinkable not to provide the necessary amenities to customers in a cruising establishment. Removing freely available lubricant encourages risky or painful practices, and a gay dating establishment should prioritize the well-being of its clientele. At the very least, mentioning on your website that lubricant is not free would allow customers to make arrangements and plan accordingly. Nevertheless, congratulations on this lovely establishment where I had a good evening.