Between the “Land of Golden Stones” with its hints of Tuscany, the ancient theater of Autun —which rivals Rome’s in size—and Lake Bourget, comparable to Lake Como, there’s no need to cross the Alps to exp...
Given its architectural richness and its role in history, one might compare it to a smaller version of Lyon. Located 150 kilometers further north, this city surprises us in all the wonder that this verb c...
You could compare this place to a giant Kinder Surprise, where once you’ve devoured the outer shell, you’re left with a surprise that never fails to impress. Except that here, the “chocolate” is made of 1...
Located in the foothills of the Monts du Lyonnais, this charming little town has a very special feature: beyond simply being a place to visit, it can be “drunk.” Just like the village of Camembert, which...
With this heat, it’s important to stay hydrated. But let’s not forget to quench our thirst in another way as well. For while drinking water is essential, so too is immersing ourselves in our local heritag...
Nestled deep in a remote valley, this village offers a cinematic setting straight out of *The Lord of the Rings*. Imagine: a rocky outcrop about a hundred meters high, surrounded by a river, where you’ll...
“Beaujolais” is a magical word for anyone from Lyon. It refers to a place just a stone’s throw from home that is unique in the world: recognized as a UNESCO Geopark for its geological richness, it is also...
There are countless ancient sites to discover around Lyon: Tournus, Salles-Arbuissonnas, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez, Ambierle, and Ambronay, as well as Cluny…all you have to do is look at a map of the region a...
In popular culture, Beaujolais ranks among France’s most famous wines. In Lyon, even more so. This is due not only to its geographical proximity, but also because it pairs so well with Lyon’s culinary tra...
We’d rather tell you right away: if you’re a stickler for numbers, you might be a bit put off. Because the mountain in question rises to exactly 999 meters…Fortunately, things are well thought out: a towe...