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Gastronomie
Vin Restaurant
"Les Bouchons" Charcuterie |
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by SUDRES Jean-Daniel Sudres |
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 A
region flagged by the peaks of tis mountains where hiking and winter
sports are king.
Chamonix, Megève, Avoriaz, La Clusaz, Courchevel...
the Rhône-Alpes region has both the largest skiing area in
the world and the most famous resorts, set above discreet little
villages nestling in the valleys. This is a wonderful setting for
downhill skiing and for all the more recent way to slide over the
snow. In summer, the white slopes metamorphose into vast green space
– ideal for hikers – and the gorges roar with the torrents,
which lend themselves so well to white water sports.
Take a deep breath of fresh air in the heart of
the unspoilt natural surroundings of the Vanoise, Ecrins and Bauges
nature reserves; near the Léman, Annecy or Bourget lakes;
in the many vineyards or extensive historic countryside; and deep
in the Ardèche or Drôme gorges… And should you
have the urge to go to town, you can head for Lyon, Saint-Etienne,
Chambéry, Annecy or Grenoble – all so attractive and
so welcoming. |
