TRAVEL | Last added http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/ Black diamond http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Black-diamond-gb08125 On Sunday mornings from mid-December to mid-March, Place de l'Espan at St-Paul 3 Châteaux is covered… with truffles. A word of advice to truffle enthusiasts – it is here that you can be sure of finding the famous Tricastin “black diamond”. INFORMATIONS Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux Tourist Office www.office-tourisme-tricastin.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pralines and chocolates http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pralines-and-chocolates-ratra10004 François Pralus, established in Roanne in the Loire département, shows us around the workshops where his specialities are concocted: his marvellous praluline (a praline-filled brioche), the recipe for which was created by his father in 1955 and remains a closely guarded secret, and his range of chocolates made using cocoa beans roasted at the workshops… only three chocolate-makers in France still work in this way.INFORMATIONSMaison Pralus, Roannewww.chocolats-pralus.comPays Roannais : www.leroannais.comLoire Tourisme : www.loiretourisme.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Off the beaten track http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Off-the-beaten-track-ratra10020 This Scandinavian discipline combines ski touring with nordic skiing. It's a great way of skiing in all terrains and heading off into the wilds, off the beaten track.INFORMATIONSAssociation Ski de Randonnée NordiqueParc naturel régional du VercorsIsère TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Off the beaten track http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Off-the-beaten-track-ratra10020 This Scandinavian discipline combines ski touring with nordic skiing. It's a great way of skiing in all terrains and heading off into the wilds, off the beaten track.INFORMATIONSAssociation Ski de Randonnée NordiqueParc naturel régional du VercorsIsère TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Getting about the eco-friendly way http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Getting-about-the-eco-friendly-way-ratra10012 This strange two-wheeled electric vehicle is extremely easy to drive, eco-friendly, silent, manoeuvrable and robust. The 3 Valleys ski resort of Méribel is the first to offer Segway trips to holidaymakers. Watch how Yann does it…   INFORMATIONS Méribel : www.meribel.netSavoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Getting about the eco-friendly way http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Getting-about-the-eco-friendly-way-ratra10012 This strange two-wheeled electric vehicle is extremely easy to drive, eco-friendly, silent, manoeuvrable and robust. The 3 Valleys ski resort of Méribel is the first to offer Segway trips to holidaymakers. Watch how Yann does it…   INFORMATIONS Méribel : www.meribel.netSavoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Gourmet vinegars http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Gourmet-vinegars-ratra10016 Raphaël opened a vinegar-making workshop in the olive-growing town of Nyons in 2004. Since then he has produced a dozen varieties of vinegar with thyme, sage lavender etc., using traditional hand-made methods. Raphaël is passionate about gastronomy and also gives demonstrations and cookery lessons, teaching people all there is to know about which vinegar to serve with different dishes. INFORMATIONSVinaigrerie La Para, Nyons Pays de NyonsLa Drôme TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Gourmet vinegars http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Gourmet-vinegars-ratra10016 Raphaël opened a vinegar-making workshop in the olive-growing town of Nyons in 2004. Since then he has produced a dozen varieties of vinegar with thyme, sage lavender etc., using traditional hand-made methods. Raphaël is passionate about gastronomy and also gives demonstrations and cookery lessons, teaching people all there is to know about which vinegar to serve with different dishes. INFORMATIONSVinaigrerie La Para, Nyons Pays de NyonsLa Drôme TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Warmer than you think! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Warmer-than-you-think--ratra10018   Looking for a really original and unusual idea for the weekend? Come to the Alps and spend a night in an igloo! After an enchanting walk under the stars you learn how to build an igloo and find out that inside it's really not that cold. An experience you won't forget in a hurry!   INFORMATIONSTakamakaSavoie Mont Blanc TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Warmer than you think! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Warmer-than-you-think--ratra10018   Looking for a really original and unusual idea for the weekend? Come to the Alps and spend a night in an igloo! After an enchanting walk under the stars you learn how to build an igloo and find out that inside it's really not that cold. An experience you won't forget in a hurry!   INFORMATIONSTakamakaSavoie Mont Blanc TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Sculptures http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Sculptures-ratra10015 Pierre-Louis is a former goat farmer from the Ardèche, who gradually started to make sculptures out of agricultural equipment. Since 2000 he has been devoting himself to his art full time, with impressive results as we're sure you will agree! INFORMATIONSPierre-Louis Chipon, Vesseaux www.azarts.fr/chiponArdèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.comRhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Sculptures http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Sculptures-ratra10015 Pierre-Louis is a former goat farmer from the Ardèche, who gradually started to make sculptures out of agricultural equipment. Since 2000 he has been devoting himself to his art full time, with impressive results as we're sure you will agree! INFORMATIONSPierre-Louis Chipon, Vesseaux www.azarts.fr/chiponArdèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.comRhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Get to the heart of matter http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Get-to-the-heart-of-matter-ratra10013 Enter the world of the infinitely small and get close to what lies at the heart of matter with a visit to CERN. The European Organization for Nuclear Research, on the French-Swiss border just outside Geneva, is the biggest centre for particle-physics research in the world. It was here that the Internet was invented. Yes, contrary to popular belief, it was not the Americans who developed the Internet. CERN also has the most powerful particle accelerator in the world!INFORMATIONSCERN, Geneva Ain TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Get to the heart of matter http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Get-to-the-heart-of-matter-ratra10013 Enter the world of the infinitely small and get close to what lies at the heart of matter with a visit to CERN. The European Organization for Nuclear Research, on the French-Swiss border just outside Geneva, is the biggest centre for particle-physics research in the world. It was here that the Internet was invented. Yes, contrary to popular belief, it was not the Americans who developed the Internet. CERN also has the most powerful particle accelerator in the world!INFORMATIONSCERN, Geneva Ain TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Snowshoeing by night http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snowshoeing-by-night-ratra10014 Head off on a snowshoeing ramble at dusk, stop off for dinner and then set off again in the fresh snow… A magical experience! Come and try it at the Monts Jura ski resort in the department of Ain.   INFORMATIONS Aire de VentMonts Jura ski resortAin Tourisme   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme Snowshoeing by night http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snowshoeing-by-night-ratra10014 Head off on a snowshoeing ramble at dusk, stop off for dinner and then set off again in the fresh snow… A magical experience! Come and try it at the Monts Jura ski resort in the department of Ain.   INFORMATIONS Aire de VentMonts Jura ski resortAin Tourisme   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme Don't get lost! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Don-t-get-lost--ratra10019 Heading off on a hike with a GPS is all very well, but you still have to know how to use it. Learn how to navigate on Jean-Pierre's route-finding course in the Vercors and discover all there is to know about this great bit of kit! INFORMATIONSJPG Montagnes, AutransIsère TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Don't get lost! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Don-t-get-lost--ratra10019 Heading off on a hike with a GPS is all very well, but you still have to know how to use it. Learn how to navigate on Jean-Pierre's route-finding course in the Vercors and discover all there is to know about this great bit of kit! INFORMATIONSJPG Montagnes, AutransIsère TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme A treasure hunt… the high-tech way http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-treasure-hunt-the-high-tech-way-ratra10021 Treasure hunt? Paper chase? Orienteering? Geocaching is all these things, but makes use of today's technology. Using a GPS, you have to find the "treasure" whose coordinates have been published on the Internet by a geocacher. This sociable and fun activity suitable for families and groups and both urban and rural locations is catching on fast… all over the world. So get your GPS out and have a go! INFORMATIONS Geocaching, global site www.geocaching.comGeocaching in France http://geocaching-france.com   Rhône Tourisme : www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Big thrills http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Big-thrills-ratra10017 Looking for an adrenaline buzz? Head for Saint Jean de Sixt in Haute Savoie and try out the Bun J Ride! It's a combination of ski jumping and bungee jumping (100% safe of course) that makes you feel like you're flying… You can do it at any time of year, and what's more this is the only place in the world where you can try it.   INFORMATIONSBun J Ride, St-Jean-de-SixtSaint Jean de SixtSavoie Mont Blanc TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme Big thrills http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Big-thrills-ratra10017 Looking for an adrenaline buzz? Head for Saint Jean de Sixt in Haute Savoie and try out the Bun J Ride! It's a combination of ski jumping and bungee jumping (100% safe of course) that makes you feel like you're flying… You can do it at any time of year, and what's more this is the only place in the world where you can try it.   INFORMATIONSBun J Ride, St-Jean-de-SixtSaint Jean de SixtSavoie Mont Blanc TourismeRhône-Alpes Tourisme A different type of skiing http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-different-type-of-skiing-gb08119 In order to hurtle down the slopes faster than anyone else and to enjoy a very different type of ski experience, why not try carving? In Samoëns, a village resort in Haute-Savoie, there are special courses, so get ready… and put on your parabolic skis. INFORMATIONS Samoëns www.samoens.com ZigZagSki, ski school www.zigzagski.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Bathing and bubbles http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Bathing-and-bubbles-gb08083 Just 8 km outside of Grenoble in the Isère, right at the heart of the French Alps, Uriage boasts a temperate climate as well as magical thermal waters - the benefits of which can be tested at the Institut d'Hydrothérapie Thermale. INFORMATIONS Etablissement thermal d'Uriage les Bains www.uriage-les-bains.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pure water http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pure-water-gb09003 Pont-en-Royans, in the Isère, is a water town – and to prove it, then check out its water museum which boasts a collection of over 1000 bottles of mineral water from around the world.   INFORMATIONSMusée de l'eau, Pont-en-Royanswww.musee-eau.comIsère Tourismewww.isere-tourisme.comRhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pure Well Being http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pure-Well-Being-gb08022 Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Labeaume and its dolmens http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Labeaume-and-its-dolmens-gb08053 INFORMATIONS Pays Ruomsois Tourist Office www.ot-pays-ruomsois.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Encounter with wolves http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Encounter-with-wolves--gb08100 At Courzieu, 45 minutes from Lyon, visitors can learn – amongst other things – how wolves live and, perhaps, how to appreciate them a little better. How they live in the wild, how they are organised,… or even how the myth of the “big bad wolf” came about. INFORMATIONS Parc animalier de Courzieu www.parc-de-courzieu.fr Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and Picodon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Picodon-gb09001 Today at Le Couspeau campsite in the Drôme Provençale, Anne and Raphaëlle set off to visit the goat farm where they can taste the famous Picodon, a small local cheese that has such a distinctive taste it has its own AOC label.   INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.com   Camping le Couspeau, Poët-Celard www.couspeau.com   La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Outdoor Games http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Outdoor-Games-gb08013 INFORMATIONS Nissan Outdoor Games www.outdoorgames.ch Chamonix Mont-Blanc www.chamonix.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Mountain Bike http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Mountain-Bike-gb08037 INFORMATIONS Rocky Sports www.rocky-sports.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Speed-riding at Valfréjus http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Speed-riding-at-Valfrejus-gb08070 Skis and a sail and it’s left for a new glide: the speed-riding. Sensations were guaranteed, it is magic ! Valfréjus Tourist Office www.valfrejus.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Neige en Vercors http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Neige-en-Vercors-vid060156 Entre les Alpes et la Provence, dans la Drôme, le Vercors vous accueille dans l’une de ses stations familiales : le Col de Rousset. Situé entre 1255 et 1700 mètres d’altitude, ce site offre des paysages fabuleux et de nombreuses activités, avec 25 pistes de ski et près de 35 km de chemins balisés et damés, pour le ski de fond, les raquettes voire en équipage de chiens de traîneaux... La Drôme tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Sledding for four seasons http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Sledding-for-four-seasons-gb08112 A sled mounted on tracks… At Monts Jura in the Ain, you can hurtle down the mountainside from the Col de la Faucille, experiencing 700 m of downhill fun and enjoyment. Summer, winter, spring or autumn, it’s open year round. The record to beat: 1 minute 16 seconds! INFORMATIONS Station de Monts Jura www.monts-jura.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Snow sports at Le Plateau de Retord http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snow-sports-at-Le-Plateau-de-Retord-gb08121 Le Plateau de Retord caters for all tastes. Just one hour from Lyon and 50 km from Bourg-en-Bresse, there’s cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoe outings and even dog sledding, all with the added bonus of superb views over the Mont Blanc. INFORMATIONS Plateau de Retord www.plateauderetord.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com On horseback to the foot of Mont Aiguille http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-On-horseback-to-the-foot-of-Mont-Aiguille-gb08138 Discover one of the 6 horseback itineraries offered by ‘Isère Cheval Vert’. This one takes you through the Trièves area, a veritable natural paradise in the foothills of the Vercors. INFORMATIONS Ferme des quatre chemins www.lesquatrechemins.com Isère Cheval Vert www.isere-cheval-vert.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Golf courses in Savoie Mont Blanc http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Golf-courses-in-Savoie-Mont-Blanc-gb09018 Adjust your swing and aim for Mont Blanc… Spot a marmot chasing about on the fairway bright and early… Enjoy the lovely smell of a vanilla orchid growing on the edge of the green… Golf enthusiasts are really spoilt for choice in Savoie and Haute-Savoie. INFORMATIONS Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com A Mecca for the new snowsports http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-Mecca-for-the-new-snowsports-ratra10003 Les 2 Alpes' reputation for the new snowsports has spread far beyond France's borders and includes organising the world snowboarding and freeski championships. Everything is geared towards creating the best conditions for promoting the practice of these sports. See for yourself…   INFORMATIONS Les 2 Alpes www.les2alpes.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Hat museum http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Hat-museum-gb08044 INFORMATIONS Atelier-Musée du Chapeau www.museeduchapeau.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Labeaume and its dolmens http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Labeaume-and-its-dolmens-gb08053 INFORMATIONS Pays Ruomsois Tourist Office www.ot-pays-ruomsois.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Palais-Ideal-du-Facteur-Cheval--gb08094 At Hauterives in northern Drôme, there is the Palais Idéal... Ferdinand Cheval, whose real job was postman but who was also a brilliant builder and a philosopher in his spare time, built his dream construction with his own hands between 1879 and 1912, requiring more than 10,000 days of hard work. This is a truly unique site, with truly unique architecture! INFORMATIONS Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval www.facteurcheval.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Vienna during the Roman period http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Vienna-during-the-Roman-period-gb08131 Many, many centuries ago, Vienne was a wealthy city with a population of 30,000. Its strategic location on the banks of the river Rhône was obviously a contributing factor. The amazing collections and ruins found at the gallo-roman site and museum in Saint-Romain-en-Gal, situated immediately opposite the city, plunge us into the daily life of an ancient civilisation. INFORMATIONS Musée gallo-romain de St-Romain en Gal www.musees-gallo-romains.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Artistic walk http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Artistic-walk-gb08103 Deep in the Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park, enjoy a combination of sport and culture during a walk along the ’Sentier des Lauzes’. Various works of art are displayed along the footpath, aimed at arousing the curiosity of passing walkers… INFORMATIONS Sur le sentier des lauzes www.surlesentierdeslauzes.fr Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Savoury macaroons http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Savoury-macaroons-gb08045 INFORMATIONS www.chocolatseve.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Wines of the Cote Roannaise http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Wines-of-the-Cote-Roannaise-gb08080 Since 2002, Isabelle and Simon Hawkins have been using age-old methods to make Côte Roannaise wines at their vineyard, including a special pink sparkling wine, whilst also offering accommodation in their Gîtes de France-listed bed and breakfast rooms... all given evocative names (Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gamay). INFORMATIONS Domaine du Fontenay www.domainedufontenay.com Pays Roannais www.leroannais.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Mountain top patisserie http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Mountain-top-patisserie--gb08107 Make the most of your holiday in Val d'Isère by learning how to make all sorts of desserts... One of the Tarentaise’s most famous ski resorts is the location for Patrick Chevallot’s patisserie courses. Young and old, beginners or otherwise – everyone is welcome to join in the fun. INFORMATIONS Maison Chevallot www.chevallot.com Val d'Isère Tourist Office www.valdisere.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Marshmallows, lollies and toffees http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Marshmallows-lollies-and-toffees-gb08142 At the Atelier des Douceurs, Jean-Louis Pascal offers a taste of old-fashioned sweets that he makes by hand. His speciality is the guimauve, or marshmallow, available in 23 flavours! From jasmine and poppy to coconut and violet… something to suit everyone’s sweet tooth. INFORMATIONS L'Atelier des Douceurs, Aubenas www.atelier-des-douceurs.fr Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Father Christmas's Cabin Les Gets http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Father-Christmas-s-Cabin-Les-Gets-ratra09006 A big-mouthed elf has let slip, the rumour has spread and the secret is out: Father Christmas lives in Les Gets! He's waiting in his cabin for young and old to come and see him to hear his enchanting tales of Christmas. Come along for the ride…   INFORMATIONS Les Gets Tourist Office www.lesgets.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com   Camping and Paragliding http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Paragliding-gb08038 Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk Camping du Sougey www.camping-sougey.com Aiguebelette Tourist Office www.lac-aiguebelette.com Aiguebelette paragliding www.aiguebeletteparapente.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Olive trees and the miller http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Olive-trees-and-the-miller-gb08095 In southern Ardèche, in the small village of Brès-Payzac, Dominique Vincent makes use of his olive groves and mill to produce not only olive oil but tapenade relish and 100% natural beauty products as well. Come and learn about this magical profession, bathed in soft sunlight. INFORMATIONS L'Olivier de Vincent www.olivierdevincent.fr Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Wellbeing at the heart of Mont Blanc http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Wellbeing-at-the-heart-of-Mont-Blanc-gb09012 Facials, beauty treatments, balneotherapy, different kinds of massage, all with the best view of Mont Blanc… The thermal centre at Saint-Gervais-les-Bains is ready to welcome you. <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-1610611985 1107304683 0 0 159 0;} @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-1610611985 1073750139 0 0 159 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0cm; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-size:10.0pt; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size:10.0pt;} @page Section1 {size:612.0pt 792.0pt; margin:70.85pt 70.85pt 70.85pt 70.85pt; mso-header-margin:36.0pt; mso-footer-margin:36.0pt; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} -->   INFORMATIONS   Thermes de Saint-Gervaiswww.thermes-saint-gervais.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Observation of marmots http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Observation-of-marmots--gb08017 INFORMATIONS Vanoise National Park www.vanoise.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Advita Productions www.advita.com Flight in hot-air balloon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Flight-in-hot-air-balloon-gb08057 INFORMATIONS Air Petit Prince www.airpetitprince.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Farm visit at Valloire http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Farm-visit-at-Valloire-gb08110 In Valloire, a pretty ski resort in the Maurienne, the owners of the Ferme de Ladroit consider it their duty to teach people where some of the best local products come from. Which is why they organise tours of their farm, concluding of course with a tasting. When you’re on holiday in the mountains, there’s nothing better than a farm tea! INFORMATIONS Ferme de Ladroit www.ferme-de-ladroit.com Valloire Tourist Office www.valloire.net Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com An angler’s delight http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-An-angler-s-delight-gb09006 The Lac du Bourget is not only France’s largest natural lake, it is also the one with the most fish!  It contains 33 different species.  No wonder it attracts lots of anglers…   INFORMATIONS Fédération de pêche en Savoie www.savoiepeche.com   Aix les Bains and Bourget Lake www.aixlesbains.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pierra Menta 2008 Day 3 http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pierra-Menta-2008-Day-3-gb08012 Pierra Menta 2008 Day 3 The Pierra Menta www.pierramenta.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Canoe in Ardèche http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Canoe-in-Ardeche-gb08033 Canoe in Ardèche : Descending the Ardèche river Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Aven d'Orgnac : underground vertigo http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Aven-d-Orgnac-underground-vertigo-gb08072 The Aven d'Orgnac, one of France’s largest caves, is located in southern Ardèche, and offers a range of interesting visits in the form of caving adventures… all accompanied of course. The route gives visitors the chance to explore more inaccessible areas not included on the usual guided tours, where amazing mineralogical riches can be admired. Aven d'Orgnac www.orgnac.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Snow sports for everyone http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snow-sports-for-everyone-gb08102 In Villard-de-Lans, within the Vercors Natural Park, the "Colline des Bains" is a fun space which is ideal for teaching the joys of snow and an initiation into various different snow sports. INFORMATIONS Villard de Lans Tourist Office www.ot-villard-de-lans.fr Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Enchanted http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Enchanted-gb08135 In the Alpes du Léman just above Thonon-les-Bains, at Habère-Poche, you will come across a snowshoe trail like no other… a mixture of legends and nature. An enchanted trail, with explanatory boards along the way, ideal for all ages. INFORMATIONS Habère-Poche and Vallée Verte www.vallee-verte.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com On the cliff faces of the Ain http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-On-the-cliff-faces-of-the-Ain--gb08105 The cliff faces of the Ain offer a challenging playground for enthusiasts of this rather unusual type of climbing. A fun activity that is accessible to most people including the smallest youngsters. INFORMATIONS Centre de loisirs sportifs d'Hauteville www.hauteville3s.com Plateau d'Hauteville Tourist Office www.plateau-hauteville.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Freedom ! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Freedom--gb08136 About 20 km away from Bourg-en-Bresse, Mont Myon is a site that is popular with enthusiasts of free flight sports. Once the warmer days arrive, paragliding canopies can be seen riding the winds and currents – allowing for a breathtaking view over the Bresse and the Val de Saône. INFORMATIONS Ecole de parapente Rev'Air Mont www.revairmont-parapente.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Freestyle http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Freestyle-ratra09010 Check out the snowpark in Méribel in the heart of the 3 Valleys: a variety of features, wooden rails, plus 4 levels suitable for beginners to pros. There is even a 'P'tit Moon' especially for 5 to 10-year-olds who want to have a go at freestyle in complete safety.   INFORMATIONS Méribel Tourist Officewww.meribel.net Méribel Moon Parkwww.moonstuff.net Savoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Snowshoeing in powder snow http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video--Snowshoeing-in-powder-snow-ratra10010 In Haute Savoie you can enjoy fabulous 360° panoramas of the Mont Blanc massif on a wonderful snowshoe ramble. A real get-away-from-it-all experience! INFORMATIONS Les accompagnateurs en montagne de Haute Savoie www.accompagnateurs-montagne74.com   Les Houches www.leshouches.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The Golden Stones Beaujolais area http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-Golden-Stones-Beaujolais-area-gb08046 INFORMATIONS Beaujolais des Pierres Dorées www.tourismepierresdorees.com Pays Beaujolais www.beaujolais.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Stores and design http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Stores-and-design-gb08062 INFORMATIONS St-Etienne Tourist Office www.tourisme-st-etienne.com Biennale du Design www.citedudesign.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Breathtaking views http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Breathtaking-views-gb08085 The Bastille cable car in Grenoble, known as “les bulles” because of the shape of their cabins, will whisk you up to the top of the mountain for a stunning view over the surrounding Alpine ranges. INFORMATIONS La Bastille de Grenoble www.bastille-grenoble.com Grenoble Tourist Office www.grenoble-isere-tourisme.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Brilliant inventors http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Brilliant-inventors-gb08130 Famous the world over, the Lumière brothers were born in Lyon. The invention of cinematography in 1895 proved to be a genuine revolution. This museum, established in the brothers’ family home and also in the 'Hangar du 1er film', tells the life history of these birlliant inventors. INFORMATIONS Institut Lumière, cinema museum www.institut-lumiere.org Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com City gite with character http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-City-gite-with-character-gb09015 Located at the bottom of the Tour Rose, one of Vieux Lyon’s trademark sites, this picturesque gite offers guests a chance to stay in beautifully appointed surroundings at the heart of the Renaissance district, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.   INFORMATIONS   Clévacances Rhône-Alpes www.clevacances-rhone-alpes.comGîte Lyon Renaissancewww.lyon-renaissance.com Lyon : www.lyon-france.com Rhône Tourisme : www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Valrhona http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Valrhona-gb08063 INFORMATIONS Valrhona www.valrhona.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Stand by your ovens ! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Stand-by-your-ovens--gb08096 The city of Saint-Etienne in the Loire now offers culinary enthusiasts the chance to perfect their techniques or even to learn the basics, with lessons in making “amuse-bouche”, macaroons and other specialities. INFORMATIONS Institut d'Excellence Culinaire www.institut-culinaire.fr Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Organic Clairette http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Organic-Clairette-gb08078 In Saillans, renowned location for some of the best Drôme wines, you can taste Clairette de Die and Crémant de Die, both delicious sparkling wines that have been produced at the Domaine Raspail vineyard using age-old methods together with modern wine-making processes and organically-grown grapes. INFORMATIONS Domaine Raspail www.raspail.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Gourmet gite in the Ardèche http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Gourmet-gite-in-the-Ardeche-gb08144 Situated in the Ardèche, the La Croix La Pierre bed and breakfast property at Saint Martin de Valamas offers a friendly, family-oriented welcome. INFORMATIONS Gîtes de France Ardèche www.gites-de-france-ardeche.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The biggest wine cellar in Côtes du Rhône http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-biggest-wine-cellar-in-Cotes-du-Rhone-ratra09002 Since 1838, winemakers Jaboulet in Châteauneuf-sur-Isère have been producing some of the most famous northern Côtes du Rhône wines. Côte Rôtie, Crozes Hermitage, Cornas, Condrieu and others too are matured in a vast former quarry known as the Vineum, which provides the perfect conditions for keeping the estate's 1,200 cherished barrels. A grand location for some grands crus.INFORMATIONSMaison Paul Jaboulet Ainé, Châteauneuf-sur-Isèrewww.jaboulet.com La DrômeTourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com   Camping and adventure park http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-adventure-park-gb08040 Camping and adventure park   Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk   Camping Le Ranc Davaine www.camping-ranc-davaine.fr   Adventure Camp www.adventurecamp.fr   Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com A Mosaic SPA at Georges Blanc’s http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-Mosaic-SPA-at-Georges-Blanc-s-gb08008 A Mosaic SPA at Georges Blanc’s Georges Blanc www.georgesblanc.com Ain Tourisme www.aintourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Bottling http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Bottling--gb08099 Parot fizzy mineral water comes from a spring in the volcanic soil of the Forez de la Loire plain. Follow its journey from source to bottle. INFORMATIONS Source Parot www.parot.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Aromatherapy by design http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Aromatherapy-by-design-ratra10001 Christina shows us her healthy candles made of soya wax and organic essential oils. Hand-made in the heart of the Ardèche near Antraigues, these candles create a feeling of wellbeing and relaxation.   INFORMATIONS Aromatherapy by design, Antraigues www.aromatherapy-by-design.com   Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Caravan with horses http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Caravan-with-horses-gb08035 Caravan with horses : Unusual discovery of the Drôme area La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Aven d'Orgnac : underground vertigo http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Aven-d-Orgnac-underground-vertigo-gb08072 The Aven d'Orgnac, one of France’s largest caves, is located in southern Ardèche, and offers a range of interesting visits in the form of caving adventures… all accompanied of course. The route gives visitors the chance to explore more inaccessible areas not included on the usual guided tours, where amazing mineralogical riches can be admired. Aven d'Orgnac www.orgnac.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Green Walk in the Loire http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Green-Walk-in-the-Loire-gb08128 Discover the wildlife of the Pays Roannais area via a fascinating walk along the banks of the Roanne-Mably canal in the Loire. You will be able to observe numerous bird species in the silence of the Mably gravel pits. INFORMATIONS Pays Roannais Tourist Office www.leroannais.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and fishing in the Ain http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-fishing-in-the-Ain-gb09007 An introduction to lake fishing for the  Manin family who are are holidaying at Le Vieux Moulin campsite in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne... The area, with its one thousand ponds, is the ideal place for this type of activity.   INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.com   Camping Le Vieux Moulin, Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne www.camping-vieuxmoulin.com   Guides de pêche de l'Ain www.ainbugey-peche.com   Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pierra Menta 2008 Day 2 http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pierra-Menta-2008-Day-2-gb08011 Pierra Menta 2008 Day 2 The Pierra Menta www.pierramenta.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Paragliding in the Alps http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Paragliding-in-the-Alps-gb08031 Paragliding in the Alps Savoie Grand Revard www.savoiegrandrevard.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Drivers’ delight http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Drivers-delight--gb08073 You’ve long dreamt about it? At I Way you can actually do it… In Lyon, fans of adrenaline-charged experiences and motor sports can have a ball. Here they can have a go on simulators that are made to recreate genuine racing conditions. Just take your choice from Formula 1, rally driving or endurance racing. But watch out, it’ll make you feel quite breathless! I Way www.i-way.fr Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Hiking in the Monts d’Ardèche Natural Park http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Hiking-in-the-Monts-d-Ardeche-Natural-Park-gb08090 The Monts d’Ardèche Natural Park consists of wild, secret landscapes. Set out in the company of "Chemin Faisant" to enjoy a hike along trails. INFORMATIONS Chemin Faisant, in Beaumont www.chemin-faisant.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Magical ! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Magical--gb08134 Do you dream of skiing at night? La Clusaz, one of the Haute-Savoie’s village resorts, opens its ski slopes when there is a full moon. This is a “must” if you fancy a very different ski experience together with a friendly, party atmosphere. INFORMATIONS La Clusaz www.laclusaz.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Rollerblading http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Rollerblading-gb08147 What better way to explore the left bank of the beautiful Lac d’Annecy, in the Haute-Savoie, than by rollerblading along the cycle track. INFORMATIONS Lac d'Annecy www.visit-lacannecy.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com White water activities in the Savoie http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-White-water-activities-in-the-Savoie-gb08139 Discover the refreshing pleasures of white water activities and canyoning in the rivers and mountain streams of the Savoie. INFORMATIONS Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Snow and air http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snow-and-air-ratra09009 Pulled along by a kite, you drift between air and snow with a fantastic feeling of lightness. And it's not necessarily just for experienced skiers and snowboarders.   INFORMATIONS La Rosière Tourist Office www.larosiere.net/   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com A night in a mountain hut http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-night-in-a-mountain-hut-ratra10007 A well-earned break after a day's ski touring. For one night you have the chance to soak up the wonderfully warm atmosphere of the Refuge de la Dent Parrachée with Franck, the hut warden. INFORMATIONS Vanoise National Park www.parcnational-vanoise.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Mirmande http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Mirmande-gb08047 INFORMATIONS   Mirmande Tourist Office www.officetourismemirmande.com   La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Lyon and silk http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Lyon-and-silk-gb08060 INFORMATIONS Maison des Canuts www.maisondescanuts.com Soierie Vivante www.soierie-vivante.asso.fr Lyon Tourist Office www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Jewel of the Gorges de la Loire http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Jewel-of-the-Gorges-de-la-Loire-gb08098 Just 15 km from Saint-Etienne, deep in the wild, protected countryside, the village of Saint-Victor-sur-Loire overlooks the stunning site of the Gorges de la Loire. Its impressive heritage of buildings provides an intriguing backdrop to the leisure centre and recreational port on the shores of the river Loire. INFORMATIONS Saint-Etienne Tourist Office www.tourisme-st-etienne.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Carthusian monastery transformed into a village http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Carthusian-monastery-transformed-into-a-village-gb08129 The village of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez sits almost entirely within the walls of a former Carthusian monastery dating back to the medieval period. It is one of the most lively and intriguing sites of the Pilat natural park, largely thanks to the enthusiasm of its residents and the high quality of its restoration work. What’s more, Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez also bears the title “Plus beau Village de France". INFORMATIONS Sainte-Croix en Jarez http://saintecroix42.free.fr Saint-Etienne Tourist Office www.tourisme-st-etienne.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Discovery cruise http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Discovery-cruise--gb09016 What better way to discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage found along the shoreline of Lac du Bourget than to take a boat trip. Enjoy the wildness of the water’s edge around France’s largest natural lake, and also stop off to visit the Abbaye de Hautecombe, one of Savoie’s treasures.   INFORMATIONS Office de Tourisme d'Aix-Les-Bains www.aixlesbains.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com     Nougat of Montélimar http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Nougat-of-Montelimar-gb08021 INFORMATIONS Arnaud Soubeyran Company www.nougatsoubeyran.com Montélimar Tourist Office www.montelimar-tourisme.com La Drôme tourisme www.drome-tourism.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Wines and vineyards in Savoie http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Wines-and-vineyards-in-Savoie-gb08059 INFORMATIONS Domaine de Méjane www.domaine-de-mejane.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Bresse poultry http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Bresse-poultry--gb08092 Just 10 minutes out of Bourg-en-Bresse, Christophe Vuillot’s poultry farm is a genuine paradise for Bresse chickens, turkeys, capons… free-range and grain-fed, they are the only type of poultry in the world to have been awarded their own speciality AOC label. Try them, your taste buds will certainly thank you! INFORMATIONS St-Etienne-du-Bois Tourist Office www.st-etienne-du-bois.fr Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Les Halles Paul Bocuse in Lyon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Les-Halles-Paul-Bocuse-in-Lyon-gb08117 The "Halles de Lyon" is a much-loved institution amongst Lyon’s residents. In existence since 1850, it is a fixture of the city’s landscape and is synonymous with quality of life and good food. It enjoys an international reputation: clients from the across the globe come through its doors. 60 tradespeople operate out of the market, proudly promoting their skills and their love of gastronomy! INFORMATIONS Les Halles Paul Bocuse http://halledelyon.free.fr Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Gastronomy of the Bresse http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Gastronomy-of-the-Bresse-gb08140 Vincent Rivon, one of the members of the “Club des Cuisiniers de l’Ain” which was created in 1987, welcomes us to the Musée de la Bresse to talk about a few of the Ain’s culinary specialities promoted by the Club. Fish from the Dombes, pike quenelles served with Nantua sauce, crayfish served with Bresse cream,… not forgetting the famous Bresse chicken. Enough to make your mouth water. INFORMATIONS Club des Cuisiniers de l’Ain www.chefscuisiniers-ain.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com A mild, soft cheese http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-mild-soft-cheese--ratra09001 The "Fromagerie de l'Abbaye" is one of the last cheese dairies to produce Bleu de Gex, the famous mild parsley cheese that is the main speciality of the Ain. Watch the different stages of manufacture and then enjoy a tasty morsel or two… INFORMATIONS Fromagerie de l'Abbaye, Chezery-Forens www.fromagerie-abbaye.fr   Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and climbing in the Pays du Mont Blanc http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-climbing-in-the-Pays-du-Mont-Blanc-gb09002 Watch Blandine and Tamara, who are holidaying at the campsite Le Bornand near Megève, as they get a lesson in climbing… In the end it’s not as hard as they thought!   INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes : www.camping-rhonealpes.com Camping du Bornand, Demi-Quartier : www.camping-megeve.com Bureau des guides de Megève : www.guides-megeve.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme : www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme : www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Canyon descent in the Ain http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Canyon-descent-in-the-Ain-gb08006 Canyon descent in the Ain Mur d'eau www.murdeau.org Ain Tourisme www.aintourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Wellbeing overlooking Lake Geneva http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Wellbeing-overlooking-Lake-Geneva-gb08148 In Thonon, on the edge of Lake Geneva, the thermal baths offer a whole range of different wellbeing treatments: balneotherapy, fangotherapy (algae), Californian massage, shaitsu, ayurveda,... as well as gym suites, weights rooms, aqua gym,… a real fitness centre.   INFORMATIONS   Thermes de Thonon-les-Bains www.valvital.fr   Thonon-les-Bains www.thononlesbains.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com VIEWING DROME http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-VIEWING-DROME-gb08001 Viewing Drome La Drôme tourisme www.drome-tourism.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Tree-top houses http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Tree-top-houses--gb08034 Tree-top houses in the Alps Les Ecotagnes www.ecotagnes.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Up there in the trees http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Up-there-in-the-trees-gb08108 The only one of its kind in France, this “property” is at the very least unusual. Set in the middle of woodland, 10 minutes out of the centre of Lyon, you will find cabins perched high up in the branches. Come here to meet up with family members or work colleagues for a special occasion or for a business meeting – all in complete silence and calm. INFORMATIONS La Cabane de Lyon, Cityaventure www.cityaventure.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Ecolo http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Ecolo-gb08159 A bed and breakfast that operates with genuine respect for nature. This is the last word in sustainable accommodation: solar energy, wood pellet burners for heating, hemp wool insulation, recycled rainwater,… Situated in Mercury, a tiny village in the Savoie, near Albertville. INFORMATIONS La Ferme de Noémie www.lafermedenoemie.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Discovery cruise http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Discovery-cruise--gb09016 What better way to discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage found along the shoreline of Lac du Bourget than to take a boat trip. Enjoy the wildness of the water’s edge around France’s largest natural lake, and also stop off to visit the Abbaye de Hautecombe, one of Savoie’s treasures.   INFORMATIONS Office de Tourisme d'Aix-Les-Bains www.aixlesbains.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com     Pierra Menta 2008 Day 1 http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pierra-Menta-2008-Day-1-gb08010 Pierra Menta 2008 The Pierra Menta www.pierramenta.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and Canyoning http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Canyoning-gb08039 Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk   Camping Au Joyeux Réveil www.camping-au-joyeux-reveil.fr   Canyoning www.carnetdecourses.com   Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Original activity in Tignes http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Original-activity-in-Tignes-gb08075 Mountain biking on snow is certainly possible! You’ll find that once the Savoie ski resort of Tignes closes its lifts to skiers, it opens them up to a quite different sort of mountain biker. Tignes Tourist Office www.tignes.net Activités Outdoor Chlorophyll www.chlorophyll.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Caving in the Brasses mountains http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Caving-in-the-Brasses-mountains-gb08104 Caving is not just for experts! There are some caves around that enable beginners to have a go…with a guide, of course; one of the places is here, in the Brasses mountains, between Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva in the Haute-Savoie. INFORMATIONS Les Brasses Tourist Office www.lesbrasses.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Big thrills http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Big-thrills-gb08133 The bobsleigh track in La Plagne, built for the 1992 Winter Olympics, is now open to the public : 1500 m long, 80 km/h... Guaranteed thrills in a safe environment. INFORMATIONS La Plagne Tourist Office www.la-plagne.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Mountain biking in the Val d'Arly http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Mountain-biking-in-the-Val-d-Arly-gb08149 An alpine track, known as the “Route de la Soif” in the Val d’Arly, offers 20 km of mountain biking heaven, with fantastic views over the Aravis mountains and Mont Blanc. Along the way, mountain bikers can stop at one of the farms offering a taste of their home-made dairy products. INFORMATIONS Flumet Val d'Arly www.flumet-montblanc.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and climbing in the Pays du Mont Blanc http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-climbing-in-the-Pays-du-Mont-Blanc-gb09002 Watch Blandine and Tamara, who are holidaying at the campsite Le Bornand near Megève, as they get a lesson in climbing… In the end it’s not as hard as they thought!   INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes : www.camping-rhonealpes.com Camping du Bornand, Demi-Quartier : www.camping-megeve.com Bureau des guides de Megève : www.guides-megeve.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme : www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme : www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com L'Alpe du Grand Serre http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-L-Alpe-du-Grand-Serre-ratra09007 In Alpe du Grand Serre there's something for everyone: alpine skiing of course, but also cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and more… A warm, friendly and small-scale ski resort just 45 minutes from Grenoble, between the Vercors and the Ecrins. INFORMATIONSL'Alpe du Grand Serre Tourist Officewww.alpedugrandserre.netIsère Tourismewww.isere-tourisme.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Sightseeing on the run http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Sightseeing-on-the-run-ratra10005 In Lyon you can see the sights while you jog… Accompanied by a coach/guide (who speaks English), you jog around the prettiest parts of town, stopping occasionally to learn about their history. Proof that culture can be good for you!INFORMATIONS Jogg'in City, Lyon : www.joggincity.fr Lyon : www.lyon-france.comRhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Light Festival in Lyon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Light-Festival-in-Lyon-gb08009 Lyon Tourist Office www.lyon-france.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pérouges, medieval village http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Perouges-medieval-village-gb08048 INFORMATIONS www.perouges.org/ Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Musée d'art moderne - Saint-Etienne http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Musee-d-art-moderne-Saint-Etienne-gb08068 The modern art museum of Saint Etienne boasts particularly fine collections (Monet, Magnelli, Picasso, Brauner, Léger...) ; featuring mostly 20th C works of art, as well as a collection of ancient art. Musée d'Art Moderne de Saint-Etienne www.mam-st-etienne.fr St-Etienne Tourist Office www.tourisme-st-etienne.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Monsters and gargoyles http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Monsters-and-gargoyles-gb08087 Look up and admire the monsters and gargoyles that decorate Lyon’s churches and cathedrals. An unusual way to explore the city’s old districts and to learn about its history. INFORMATIONS Lyon Tourist Office www.lyon-france.com Rhône Tourisme rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The Middle Ages for real http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-Middle-Ages-for-real-gb08157 Become a knight, a lord, a transcriber or a troubadour for the day… At the Parc de Salva Terra in the Monts du Lyonnais, visitors travel back in time to experience life in the Middle Ages. INFORMATIONS Parc de Salva Terra www.salva-terra.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Overnight in a Loire château http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Overnight-in-a-Loire-chateau-gb09013 Fancy living the life of a château-owner for a weekend? That’s certainly possible in the Loire, where a number of owners welcome guests to their châteaux for a romantic break. Like at the Château du Mont in the Roanne area, where you have a choice of five guest rooms.INFORMATIONSChâteau du Mont, St-Nizier-sous-Charlieuwww.chateaudumont.fr Nuit au château dans la Loirewww.loire-nuitauchateau.com Loire Tourismewww.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The Drome, full of truffles http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-Drome-full-of-truffles--gb08024 The Drôme, full of truffles La Drôme tourisme www.drome-tourism.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Grenoble's nuts http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Grenoble-s-nuts-gb08058 INFORMATIONS Pays du Sud Grésivaudan www.sud-gresivaudan.org Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Bed and breakfast rooms in Lyon… countryside http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Bed-and-breakfast-rooms-in-Lyon-countryside-gb08089 When it comes to choosing your next trip to Lyon, why not opt for a bed and breakfast? Karine and Annick have each created their own havens of peace, right in the city centre. Clévacances has a wide selection of properties on its books throughout the Rhône-Alpes, classified according to exacting standards of comfort and facilities.   INFORMATIONS   Clévacances Rhône-Alpes www.clevacances-rhone-alpes.com   Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Le ‘Prince des Gruyères’ http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Le-Prince-des-Gruyeres--gb08132 If Beaufort is known as the “Prince des Gruyères”, it is undoubtedly thanks to the skills of local farmers who uphold the high quality taste of this fruity cheese made from milk from the Savoie alpine pastures. INFORMATIONS Coopérative laitière du Beaufortain www.cooperative-de-beaufort.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The chef goes to market http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-chef-goes-to-market-gb08137 Every Saturday, the famous chef Michel Chaban can be found checking out the stalls at Valence’s market… enjoying the friendly atmosphere, he comes looking for (and always finds) inspiration and quality ingredients for his cooking. INFORMATIONS Restaurants Michel Chabran, Pont de l'Isère, Valence and Tain l'Hermitage www.chabran.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Discovering wine http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Discovering-wine-ratra09011 While staying in the village resort of Sainte Foy en Tarentaise you can take part in oenology classes to learn how to taste – within reason – and savour all the aromas of wine. INFORMATIONS Sainte-Foy-Tarentaisewww.saintefoy-tarentaise.com Caveau du Monalwww.le-monal.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and Picodon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Picodon-gb09001 Today at Le Couspeau campsite in the Drôme Provençale, Anne and Raphaëlle set off to visit the goat farm where they can taste the famous Picodon, a small local cheese that has such a distinctive taste it has its own AOC label.   INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.com   Camping le Couspeau, Poët-Celard www.couspeau.com   La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Rafting http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Rafting-gb08028 Rafting Alpo Vive www.alpovive-rafting.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Roanne's pleasure port http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Roanne-s-pleasure-port-gb08154 Roanne’s pleasure port welcomes up to 100 boats each year and is open to summer visitors for short periods during the summer months. The port’s friendly atmosphere is one of its main attractions and it is situated just 5 minutes from Roanne’s town centre. INFORMATIONS Roannais Tourist Office www.leroannais.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com VIEWING SAVOIE http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-VIEWING-SAVOIE-gb08005 Viewing Savoie Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Observing Nature http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Observing-Nature-gb08032 INFORMATIONS FRAPNA www.frapna.org Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Hiking in the Monts d’Ardèche Natural Park http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Hiking-in-the-Monts-d-Ardeche-Natural-Park-gb08090 The Monts d’Ardèche Natural Park consists of wild, secret landscapes. Set out in the company of "Chemin Faisant" to enjoy a hike along trails. INFORMATIONS Chemin Faisant, in Beaumont www.chemin-faisant.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com “Billebaudez” in the Beaujolais Vert http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video--Billebaudez-in-the-Beaujolais-Vert-gb08155 The word “billebaudez” only exists in the Beaujolais. It means to ramble, to wander along following the breeze, to follow one’s instinct. The word has subsequently generated an association of local enthusiasts who have created a discovery tour of the Beaujolais via local artisans: furniture makers, restoration of horse-drawn caravans, basket weavers, bee-keepers… INFORMATIONS Association Billebaudez www.billebaudez.com/ Rhône tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Countryside ramble http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Countryside-ramble-ratra09003 Just outside Nyons, Jean-Marc Rocheville takes you on a ramble around his estate, enthusing about his love of the taste of good produce. Explore the orchards, vineyards and olive groves of Northern Provence and taste the fruit he grows here.   INFORMATIONS Domaine de Rocheville www.domainerocheville.com   La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Summer sledging http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Summer-sledging-gb08020 INFORMATIONS Chamonix Mont-Blanc www.chamonix.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and Paragliding http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Paragliding-gb08038 Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk Camping du Sougey www.camping-sougey.com Aiguebelette Tourist Office www.lac-aiguebelette.com Aiguebelette paragliding www.aiguebeletteparapente.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Skating or traditional? http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Skating-or-traditional--gb08077 The Nordic ski area of Autrans, a village resort in the Vercors part of the Isère, enjoys a widespread reputation: whether you prefer the skating or the traditional discipline, there are 160 km of trails for you to choose from... INFORMATIONS Autrans Tourist Office www.autrans.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com A different type of skiing http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-different-type-of-skiing-gb08119 In order to hurtle down the slopes faster than anyone else and to enjoy a very different type of ski experience, why not try carving? In Samoëns, a village resort in Haute-Savoie, there are special courses, so get ready… and put on your parabolic skis. INFORMATIONS Samoëns www.samoens.com ZigZagSki, ski school www.zigzagski.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Via Ferrata de la Bastille http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Via-Ferrata-de-la-Bastille-gb08127 This via ferrata trail is the only one of its kind in France, located in the middle of an urban environment with stunning views of the city of Grenoble. Definitely worth a try ! INFORMATIONS Grenoble Montagne www.grenoble-montagne.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Sports to suit everyone http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Sports-to-suit-everyone-gb08158 During the summer months in Bessans, a village resort in the Haute-Maurienne, children and grown ups alike can take lessons in roller-ski biathlon, roller skating or laser rifle shooting. Something for everyone. INFORMATIONS Bessans www.bessans.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and mountain biking http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-mountain-biking-gb09004 At the Bel’Epoque campsite in the Pilat natural park, choose either to relax by the pool… or explore the surrounding area on your mountain bike. It’s up to you !   INFORMATIONS   Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.com   Camping Bel’Epoque, Pélussin www.camping-belepoque.fr   Cap Oxygène, Le Bessat www.capoxygene.com   Parc Naturel Régional du Pilat www.parc-naturel-pilat.fr   Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Oz-en-Oisans http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Oz-en-Oisans-ratra09008 Nestling in the Eau d'Olle Valley in Isère, Oz is a village resort in the Grandes Rousses ski area which joins up with Alpe d'Huez and has the biggest vertical drop in the world... how's that for a claim?!INFORMATIONSOz-en-Oisans Tourist Officewww.oz-en-oisans.comIsère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Le Corbusier's Heritage http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Le-Corbusier-s-Heritage-gb08018 INFORMATIONS Le Corbusier - Loire http://lecorbusier.ville-firminy.fr/ Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme Annecy http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Annecy-gb08049 INFORMATIONS Annecy Tourist Office www.lac-annecy.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Musée des automates - Grenoble http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Musee-des-automates-Grenoble-gb08067 Automaton, musical boxes, puppets, mechanical pianos,… a magical atmosphere. Musée des automates /www.museedesautomatesdegrenoble.fr Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Savoie’s jewel http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Savoie-s-jewel-gb08088 A guided tour of the cathedral and its treasures. One of Savoie’s major cathedrals, located in the Tarentaise valley in the direction of the area’s famous ski resorts. INFORMATIONS Saint Jean de Maurienne Tourist Office www.saintjeandemaurienne.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com “Billebaudez” in the Beaujolais Vert http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video--Billebaudez-in-the-Beaujolais-Vert-gb08155 The word “billebaudez” only exists in the Beaujolais. It means to ramble, to wander along following the breeze, to follow one’s instinct. The word has subsequently generated an association of local enthusiasts who have created a discovery tour of the Beaujolais via local artisans: furniture makers, restoration of horse-drawn caravans, basket weavers, bee-keepers… INFORMATIONS Association Billebaudez www.billebaudez.com/ Rhône tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and riding the bus in Lyon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-riding-the-bus-in-Lyon-gb09014 Agnès and Samuel, who are enjoying a camping holiday at the Indigo site in Lyon, set off on an open-top bus tour of the city… INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpeswww.camping-rhonealpes.com Camping Indigo, Lyonwww.camping-indigo.com Voyages Naime : www.voyages-nm.com Rhône Tourisme : www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Cotes du Rhone Village Vinsobres http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Cotes-du-Rhone-Village-Vinsobres-gb08025 Cotes du Rhone Village Vinsobres La Drôme tourisme www.drome-tourism.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Fruit flavour beers http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Fruit-flavour-beers-gb08056 INFORMATIONS Brasserie Bourganel www.bieres-bourganel.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Frogs legs http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Frogs-legs--gb08082 In the Ain, a taste of the famous Dombes speciality is a must: frogs legs served in garlic and parsley. An authentic local dish that is enjoyed by both children and adults alike. INFORMATIONS Auberge du Mollard www.aubergedumollard.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Black diamond http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Black-diamond-gb08125 On Sunday mornings from mid-December to mid-March, Place de l'Espan at St-Paul 3 Châteaux is covered… with truffles. A word of advice to truffle enthusiasts – it is here that you can be sure of finding the famous Tricastin “black diamond”. INFORMATIONS Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux Tourist Office www.office-tourisme-tricastin.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Tasty botanical walk http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Tasty-botanical-walk--gb08093 Set out to discover the Drôme’s wild flora. In the company of a specialist botanist, you will walk, identify the plants, collect what’s needed and at the end of the walk enjoy a taste of some surprisingly delicious flavours. INFORMATIONS L'Arpenteur www.larpenteur-tours.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Pralines and chocolates http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Pralines-and-chocolates-ratra10004 François Pralus, established in Roanne in the Loire département, shows us around the workshops where his specialities are concocted: his marvellous praluline (a praline-filled brioche), the recipe for which was created by his father in 1955 and remains a closely guarded secret, and his range of chocolates made using cocoa beans roasted at the workshops… only three chocolate-makers in France still work in this way.INFORMATIONSMaison Pralus, Roannewww.chocolats-pralus.comPays Roannais : www.leroannais.comLoire Tourisme : www.loiretourisme.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and mountain biking http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-mountain-biking-gb09004 At the Bel’Epoque campsite in the Pilat natural park, choose either to relax by the pool… or explore the surrounding area on your mountain bike. It’s up to you !   INFORMATIONS   Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.com   Camping Bel’Epoque, Pélussin www.camping-belepoque.fr   Cap Oxygène, Le Bessat www.capoxygene.com   Parc Naturel Régional du Pilat www.parc-naturel-pilat.fr   Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Rafting http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Rafting-gb08029 Rafting class='titre4'>EssaOnia www.essaonia.net Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Cruising in the Isère http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Cruising-in-the-Isere-gb08151 In the Isère, board the Mira and cruise the Lac du Monteynard, discovering the Drac and Ebron gorges - both impressive protected sites that are difficult to access by foot. INFORMATIONS Les croisières du Monteynard www.sud-dauphine.com/lamira Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com VIEWING ISERE http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-VIEWING-ISERE-gb08004 Viewing Isère Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The Crocodile Farm http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-Crocodile-Farm-gb08042 INFORMATIONS The Crocodile Farm www.lafermeauxcrocodiles.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Artistic walk http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Artistic-walk-gb08103 Deep in the Monts d'Ardèche Natural Park, enjoy a combination of sport and culture during a walk along the ’Sentier des Lauzes’. Various works of art are displayed along the footpath, aimed at arousing the curiosity of passing walkers… INFORMATIONS Sur le sentier des lauzes www.surlesentierdeslauzes.fr Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Bois de Paiolive http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Bois-de-Paiolive-gb08143 In the Pays des Vans area of southern Ardèche, the woods at Païolive are part of a bizarre natural site. Over time, erosion has carved the rock into animal shapes and giant forms. Children love the place… as do the grown ups! INFORMATIONS Les Vans Tourist Office www.les-vans.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Canyon descent in the Ain http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Canyon-descent-in-the-Ain-gb08006 Canyon descent in the Ain Mur d'eau www.murdeau.org Ain Tourisme www.aintourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Climbing in Ardèche http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Climbing-in-Ardeche-gb08019 INFORMATIONS Céven' Aventure www.ceven-aventure.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme Camping and adventure park http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-adventure-park-gb08040 Camping and adventure park   Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk   Camping Le Ranc Davaine www.camping-ranc-davaine.fr   Adventure Camp www.adventurecamp.fr   Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Snowshoe outing http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snowshoe-outing-gb08076 A beautiful snowshoe outing high up in the Ain ski resort of Monts Jura. Magnificent views over the Gex landscape, just a short hop from Switzerland ! INFORMATIONS Monts Jura www.monts-jura.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Springtime skiing http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Springtime-skiing-gb08118 What better than fantastic snow conditions and bright sunshine to enable continued enjoyment of skiing in Valmorel... INFORMATIONS Station de Valmorel www.valmorel.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Where children rule the roost http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Where-children-rule-the-roost-gb08126 In Vaujany, it is children who rule the roost... and parents who can enjoy a well-deserved break! In this village resort at the heart of the Oisans area, everything is on hand for a relaxing family holiday. INFORMATIONS Vaujany www.vaujany.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Cycling in the Beaujolais http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Cycling-in-the-Beaujolais-gb08156 In the vicinity of Beaujeu, in the Beaujolais, a 11 km cycle route offering sections suitable for every level has been created on a former railway track. INFORMATIONS Beaujeu Tourist Office www.beaujeu.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Golf at the peak http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Golf-at-the-peak-gb09011 The Flaine-Les Carroz mountain golf course is one of the highest in Europe, located at an altitude of 1950 m. The 18-hole course offers amazing views over the surrounding mountains.   INFORMATIONS Flaine Tourist Officewww.flaine.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Countryside ramble http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Countryside-ramble-ratra09003 Just outside Nyons, Jean-Marc Rocheville takes you on a ramble around his estate, enthusing about his love of the taste of good produce. Explore the orchards, vineyards and olive groves of Northern Provence and taste the fruit he grows here.   INFORMATIONS Domaine de Rocheville www.domainerocheville.com   La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Lyon's walls painted http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Lyon-s-walls-painted--gb08016 INFORMATIONS Cité Création www.cite-creation.com Lyon France www.lyon-france.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Chambéry rich heritage http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Chambery-rich-heritage-gb08050 INFORMATIONS Chambéry Tourist Office www.chambery-tourisme.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Brou Monastery http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Brou-Monastery--gb08064 The royal monastery at Brou, in the Ain, is one of the treasures of Bourg-en-Bresse : a masterpiece of early 16th C flamboyant gothic art. Monastère Royal de Brou www.culture.gouv.fr Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Conflans, medieval town http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Conflans-medieval-town-gb08111 Whilst economic development has definitely benefited neighbouring Albertville, not far away the tiny medieval town of Conflans, occupied since Roman times, has concentrated its efforts on promoting its fascinating heritage. INFORMATIONS Albertville-Conflans Tourist Office www.albertville.com FACIM (guided tours) www.savoie-patrimoine.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Thomas and Peggy at the Musée d'Art Moderne http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Thomas-and-Peggy-at-the-Musee-d-Art-Moderne-gb08153 France’s second largest modern art museum after the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Musée d'Art Moderne in Saint Etienne is the destination for Thomas and Peggy. One of the main things you’ll learn is the difference between modern art and contemporary art. The site bears the “Tourisme et Handicap” label. INFORMATIONS Musée d'Art Moderne de Saint-Etienne Métropole www.mam-st-etienne.fr Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Treasures of Savoie http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Treasures-of-Savoie-ratra10006 In the Church of Saint Martin de Tour near Bourg Saint Maurice in Savoie we are met by historical guide Jean-Pierre Chevronnet. This is just one of the many churches and chapels dotted along the 20 or so kilometres of the Baroque Trails, featuring treasures of the 17th and 18th centuries. INFORMATIONS   FACIM (guided tours) www.savoie-patrimoine.fr   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Vineyards of Tain l'Hermitage http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Vineyards-of-Tain-l-Hermitage-gb08026 Vineyards of Tain l'Hermitage La Drôme tourisme www.drome-tourism.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com La Chapotière, Drome des Collines http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-La-Chapotiere-Drome-des-Collines-gb08066 La Chapotière is a stunning house located near Romans, in the North of the Drôme. On the menu : delicious, creative recipes, wine tastings, walks in the beautiful natural environment, or just lazing around. La Chapotière http://lachapotiere.onlc.fr Domaine de Château Vieux www.domainedechateauvieux.fr' La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Delights http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Delights--gb08091 Chocolate maker, a profession to die for…Here you will find chocolate-based desserts introducing new flavours based on local ingredients such as blueberries and, of course, chestnuts. The house speciality is a chocolate “millefeuille” which is as beautiful to look at as it is scrumptious to taste. INFORMATIONS Chocolaterie Pierre Chauvet www.pierre-chauvet-chocolatier.fr Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Living cookery http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Living-cookery-gb08123 Sabine Baurès extends a warm welcome at Largentière, a village in the southern Ardèche, offering cookery courses that bring alive ancient family recipes. The principle is simple: using fresh seasonal products, harvested from her garden, she provides traditional recipes that are easy to follow. INFORMATIONS Domaine de l'Eau Vive www.domaineeauvive.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Ardèche chestnuts http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Ardeche-chestnuts-gb09010 The chestnut has long been one of Ardèche’s symbols. Watch as Michel Grange, chestnut grower in the Ardèche mountains, explains how chestnuts are harvested – manually of course – and take note of his tips for producing the very best roasted chestnuts! INFORMATIONS Châtaigne d'Ardèchewww.chataigne-ardeche.comArdèche Tourisme : www.ardeche-guide.comRhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Gastronomy in the Alps http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Gastronomy-in-the-Alps-ratra10009   Crozets are to the people of Savoie what pasta is to the Italians…In Séez, a village in the Tarentaise, the Rullier company has been making hand-made crozets continually since 1920. On a tour you can see the different stages involved and of course taste some crozets, diots, pormonaises and other specialities of the Alps of which they hold the secret. INFORMATIONS Etablissements Rullier, Séez0033 (0)4 79 41 04 43Séez Tourist Officewww.otseez.comSavoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.comRhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and fishing in the Ain http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-fishing-in-the-Ain-gb09007 An introduction to lake fishing for the  Manin family who are are holidaying at Le Vieux Moulin campsite in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne... The area, with its one thousand ponds, is the ideal place for this type of activity.   INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.com   Camping Le Vieux Moulin, Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne www.camping-vieuxmoulin.com   Guides de pêche de l'Ain www.ainbugey-peche.com   Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Canoe in Ardèche http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Canoe-in-Ardeche-gb08033 Canoe in Ardèche : Descending the Ardèche river Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com White water activities in the Savoie http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-White-water-activities-in-the-Savoie-gb08139 Discover the refreshing pleasures of white water activities and canyoning in the rivers and mountain streams of the Savoie. INFORMATIONS Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com VIEWING HAUTE-SAVOIE http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-VIEWING-HAUTE-SAVOIE-gb08003 Viewing Haute Savoie Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Animal's paradise http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Animal-s-paradise-gb08043 INFORMATIONS Parc de Merlet www.parcdemerlet.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Tasty botanical walk http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Tasty-botanical-walk--gb08093 Set out to discover the Drôme’s wild flora. In the company of a specialist botanist, you will walk, identify the plants, collect what’s needed and at the end of the walk enjoy a taste of some surprisingly delicious flavours. INFORMATIONS L'Arpenteur www.larpenteur-tours.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Discover this underwater world http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Discover-this-underwater-world-gb08081 The Aquarium du Grand Lyon is located where the rivers Rhône and Saône meet... and there’s no better place to learn about the underwater world: 280 different species, between 3000 and 4000 fish, shellfish and other marine mammals. Impressive ! INFORMATIONS Aquarium du Grand Lyon www.aquariumlyon.fr Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Ice Climbing in Champagny-en-Vanoise http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Ice-Climbing-in-Champagny-en-Vanoise-gb08007 Ice Climbing in Champagny-en-Vanoise Champagny en Vanoise www.champagny.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Rafting http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Rafting-gb08028 Rafting Alpo Vive www.alpovive-rafting.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Esery Golf Club http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Esery-Golf-Club-gb08061 INFORMATIONS Esery Golf Club www.golf-club-esery.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Half way between snow sport and flight http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Half-way-between-snow-sport-and-flight-gb08097 Equipped with skis and a sail flapping in the wind, that’s what snow kiting is all about. The Vercors is already popular with paragliders and lends itself to fans of this particular type of sport that’s halfway between a snow sport and flight. INFORMATIONS Gliss-kite www.gliss-kite.fr La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Horse and snow sports http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Horse-and-snow-sports-gb08115 Horse-drawn skiing... which basically describes the activity of ski joëring (or ski joring, if you prefer). Based in Corrençon, located amidst the magnificent scenery of the Vercors natural park, Franck Beaudoing offers introductory courses in this special equine activity, for either one or two participants. INFORMATIONS Les Ecuries du Caribou www.lesecuriesducaribou.com Villard-Corrençon Tourist Office www.villarddelans.com Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Nordic Walking http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Nordic-Walking-gb08124 This is an activity that is still fairly unknown but which will undoubtedly attract lots of new fans because it is so easy to do... and it also gives walkers a chance to discover the magnificent local landscape. INFORMATIONS Nordic Walking www.nordicwalking.fr Gîte La Vercorelle www.la-vercorelle.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Golf Albon-Senaud http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Golf-Albon-Senaud-gb08146 Located half way between Lyon and Valence, the golf course at Albon-Senaud boasts a stunning natural setting. The course itself, one of the biggest in the region, has been designed to offer not only some unusual features but also to respect the natural environment of the site. It attracts all levels of golfers from several European countries. INFORMATIONS Golf d'Albon-Senaud www.golf-albon.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Mountain top glacier http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Mountain-top-glacier--gb09017 A word of advice for all you ski and board enthusiasts, the Grande Motte glacier in Tignes is ready and waiting for your visit. Reaching the dizzy height of 3300 m, the glacier allows the resort to be the first to open its ski slopes (indeed you can even enjoy summer skiing there too). Fans never miss the opportunity: they come from far and wide to be one of the first down the mountain.   INFORMATIONS Office de Tourisme de Tignes www.tignes.net   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com     FAITES ENTRER VOS CHIENS DANS LA LEGENDE http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-FAITES-ENTRER-VOS-CHIENS-DANS-LA-LEGENDE-smb08020 Faites entrer vos chiens dans la légende Découvrez La Grande Odyssée Savoie Mont Blanc qui réunit les plus grands mushers du monde dans un cadre merveilleux.... Partenaires La Grande Odyssée Savoie Mont Blanc www.grandeodyssee.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com City of Vienne http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-City-of-Vienne-gb08015 INFORMATIONS Jazz à Vienne Festival www.jazzavienne.com Vienne Tourisme www.vienne-tourisme.com/ Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Grenoble in summer http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Grenoble-in-summer-gb08051 INFORMATIONS Grenoble Tourist Office www.grenoble-isere.info Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Traditional skills of the Haute-Savoie http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Traditional-skills-of-the-Haute-Savoie-gb08079 A skill that is unique to the Haute-Savoie, the "Colombes d'Abondance" are handmade out of pine which is also used to make violins. This tradition continues thanks to a handful of local artists. INFORMATIONS Colombes d'Abondance http://colombesdabondance.free.fr Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com City of Design http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-City-of-Design-gb08116 Over the last 10 years, Saint-Etienne has become THE city of design, enjoying international as well as national renown. This film explains why and how the city won its reputation. INFORMATIONS Cité du Design www.citedudesign.com Saint-Etienne Tourist Office www.tourisme-st-etienne.com Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Grenoble’s fountains http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Grenoble-s-fountains-gb08150 Romantic, ornamental, modern, commemorative,… there are fountains everywhere in Grenoble. A quick tour of some of the best... INFORMATIONS Grenoble www.grenoble-isere.info Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Walking sticks http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Walking-sticks-ratra10002 Cédric Boursier lives in Entre-Deux-Guiers in the Chartreuse Nature Park. He makes walking sticks, continuing this traditional and rare skill (there are only 2 stick-makers in France) which has been going for 110 years. His sticks are works of art!   INFORMATIONS Chartreuse Tourisme www.chartreuse-tourisme.com   Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Chocolate ! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Chocolate--gb08027 Chocolate ! Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Cookery lessons http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Cookery-lessons--gb08065 Cookery lessons… aimed at gourmet enthusiasts and featuring recipes based on local Ardéchois products. The venue is registered "Tourisme et Handicap", with facilities for mentally and physically disabled customers. Le Mas de mon père www.lemasdemonpere.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com In order to enjoy a real holiday http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-In-order-to-enjoy-a-real-holiday-gb08109 You’re dreaming about it? The 'Fées des Alpages' (Alp Fairies) have already done it. In order to enjoy your holidays to the full, all the essentials are seen to so that you can just relax and make the most of your stay. No more chores or stressing at the start and end of your holiday. You can watch someone else instead! INFORMATIONS Les Fées des Alpages www.fees-des-alpages.fr Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Cookery courses http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Cookery-courses-gb08120 In Peronnas, 30 km from Bourg-en-Bresse in the Ain, chef Didier Goiffon passes on his knowledge and his love of good food. In a good humoured atmosphere, recipes are chosen by the participants themselves, selected because they are easy enough to reproduce at home. INFORMATIONS Restaurant La Marelle, Peronnas www.lamarelle.fr Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Overnight in a Loire château http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Overnight-in-a-Loire-chateau-gb09013 Fancy living the life of a château-owner for a weekend? That’s certainly possible in the Loire, where a number of owners welcome guests to their châteaux for a romantic break. Like at the Château du Mont in the Roanne area, where you have a choice of five guest rooms.INFORMATIONSChâteau du Mont, St-Nizier-sous-Charlieuwww.chateaudumont.fr Nuit au château dans la Loirewww.loire-nuitauchateau.com Loire Tourismewww.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and riding the bus in Lyon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-riding-the-bus-in-Lyon-gb09014 Agnès and Samuel, who are enjoying a camping holiday at the Indigo site in Lyon, set off on an open-top bus tour of the city… INFORMATIONS Hôtellerie de plein air en Rhône-Alpeswww.camping-rhonealpes.com Camping Indigo, Lyonwww.camping-indigo.com Voyages Naime : www.voyages-nm.com Rhône Tourisme : www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Camping and Canyoning http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Canyoning-gb08039 Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk   Camping Au Joyeux Réveil www.camping-au-joyeux-reveil.fr   Canyoning www.carnetdecourses.com   Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The benefits of asses’ milk http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-benefits-of-asses-milk-gb09008 The use of asses'milk in cosmetic products goes back as far as ancient Egypt. Karine decided to create her own range of organic beauty products, based on this mythical ingredient which she sources from the asses she raises in Saint-Lager-Bressac, close to Privas, in the Ardèche.   INFORMATIONS Anakaë : www.anakae.com Ardèche Tourisme : www.ardeche-guide.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme : www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com VIEWING ARDECHE http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-VIEWING-ARDECHE-gb08002 Viewing Ardèche Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Show of birds in flight http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Show-of-birds-in-flight-gb08041 INFORMATIONS Parc des oiseaux www.parcdesoiseaux.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Gorillas http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Gorillas-gb08101 Gorillas and other furry residents are given lots of tender loving care in this Loire-based zoological park. The animals enjoy genuinely affectionate relationships with their keepers. INFORMATIONS Parc zoologique de Saint-Martin la Plaine www.espace-zoologique.com Saint-Etienne Tourist Office www.tourisme-st-etienne.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The savannah right in the middle of Lyon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-savannah-right-in-the-middle-of-Lyon-gb09005 The city-centre Parc de la Tête d'Or in Lyon was established in 1856 and is France’s largest urban park.  It has something for everyone… botanical garden, rose garden, lake, carrousel, playgrounds,  as well as a zoo with its renowned “African savannah”  where you will spot giraffes, zebra etc.   INFORMATIONS Parc de la Tête d'Or, Lyon www.loisirs-parcdelatetedor.com   Lyon www.lyon-france.com   Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Climbing success : http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Climbing-success--gb08014 INFORMATIONS Chamonix Mont-Blanc www.chamonix.com Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Rafting http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Rafting-gb08029 Rafting class='titre4'>EssaOnia www.essaonia.net Savoie Mont Blanc tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Green Snowpark at Avoriaz http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Green-Snowpark-at-Avoriaz-gb08071 Unique in Europe, a "Green snowpark": it’s in France, in Avoriaz, famous ski resort of Haute-Savoie department. The principle is simple: all the modules are made from natural elements. Avoriaz Tourist Office www.avoriaz.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Snowshoeing in Courchevel http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Snowshoeing-in-Courchevel-gb08106 Our guide takes us off the beaten track, for a showshoe outing in powder conditions, around the ski area of Courchevel. This is an activity that is open to anyone and everyone, is very friendly and which enables practitioners to discover the numerous miracles of nature. INFORMATIONS Courchevel Tourist Office www.courchevel.com Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Nature up close http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Nature-up-close-gb08114 Right in the heart of the Vercors, the dogs of Jacques Gaspard take us through snowy forests. This is nature up close, in harmony with the animals – both highlights of this dog sledding experience.   INFORMATIONS   Kiska, Vassieux-en-Vercors www.kiska-vercors.com   Vercors Natural Park www.parc-du-vercors.fr   La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com The musher and his huskies http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-The-musher-and-his-huskies-gb08122 When the mountains of the Ardèche are covered in snow, Gérald takes you through the pine trees with the help of his fantastic pack of husky dogs. INFORMATIONS Parc du chien nordique www.parc-du-chien-nordique.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com “Trottin'herbe” http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video--Trottin-herbe--gb08145 Come with family or friends and have a go on the grass scooters, or “trottin'herbe”, at the Col de Rousset ! It’s really a type of off-road scooter: you take the ski lift up and then zoom down the purpose-built slope. It’s an ideal activity for any age, even the youngest members of the group can enjoy the experience by hopping on with a grown up! INFORMATIONS Diois Tourisme www.diois-tourisme.com La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com In the footsteps of the Huguenots http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-In-the-footsteps-of-the-Huguenots-gb09009 The village of Le Poët-Laval, in the Drôme Provençale, is the starting point for this long distance footpath… in fact, at 1400 km it is one of the longest in Europe. It tracks the historic route taken by exiled Protestants into Germany, between 1685 and 1690, following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. The footpath is accessible to everyone – you can even get your luggage carried by mules.   INFORMATIONS Sur les pas des Huguenotswww.surlespasdeshuguenots.eu La Drôme Tourismewww.ladrometourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Skiing for everyone http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Skiing-for-everyone-ratra09005 The Aravis Mountains in Haute Savoie lead the way when it comes to activities for disabled people. Thomas and Peggy go to stay in Le Grand Bornand at Le Vieux Refuge chalet, which has been awarded the Tourisme & Handicap (Tourism & diabilities) label. Follow us on the pistes.   INFORMATIONS Grand Bornand Tourist Officewww.legrandbornand.com Chalet Le Vieux Refugewww.chaletlevieuxrefuge.fr   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourismewww.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Les Folies du Lac music hall http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Les-Folies-du-Lac-music-hall--gb08023 Les Folies du Lac music hall Les folies du Lac www.foliesdulac.fr La Drôme tourisme www.drome-tourism.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Castle - museum La Bâtie d'Urfé http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Castle-museum-La-Batie-d-Urfe-gb08052 INFORMATIONS   Castle - museum La Bâtie d'Urfé www.loire-musees.fr/batie.htm   Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com A treasure trove deep in the Ardèche http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-A-treasure-trove-deep-in-the-Ardeche--gb08084 This is a genuine Ali Baba’s cave for antique hunters, both amateur and professional, and bears such a pretty name, "La Brocante aux 4 sous". During your next holiday in the Ardèche region, take the time to visit – you are sure to find some unusual, original objects. INFORMATIONS La Brocante aux 4 sous www.brocante-4sous.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Mirror, mirror on the wall http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Mirror-mirror-on-the-wall-gb08113 Anne Grenier’s work reflects her whole life story. Based in Charmes sur Rhône, about 30 km from Valence, the artist works with all types of materials to create exclusive items: mirrors, pictures, decorative objects… INFORMATIONS Atelier Anne Grenier www.annegrenier.com Ardèche Tourisme www.ardeche-guide.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Traditional skills http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Traditional-skills-gb08141 The traditional clog is definitely still around. José Cid, a craftsman based in Lescheroux in the Ain, carries on the clog-making tradition, one of the Bresse’s specialities. INFORMATIONS Les Sabotiers Bressans www.sabotiers-bressans.com Ain Tourisme www.ain-tourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Unassailable! http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Unassailable--ratra10008 The 5 fortresses of the Barrière de l'Esseillon around the village of Aussois were built in the early 19th century to protect Savoy from the covetous ambitions of neighbouring countries. Visiting them we experience the atmosphere of military strongholds of days gone by.   INFORMATIONS   Aussois www.aussois.com   FACIM, guided tours www.savoie-patrimoine.fr   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Paul Bocuse Institute, Lyon http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Paul-Bocuse-Institute-Lyon-gb08030 In Lyon, the Institut Paul Bocuse opens its doors to the public : amateur and professional chefs come from the across the globe to learn the secrets of French gastronomic cuisine. Institut Paul Bocuse www.institutpaulbocuse.com Lyon Tourist Office www.lyon-france.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Starred cookery school http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Starred-cookery-school-gb08074 Cookery classes under the leadership of Anne-Sophie Pic, no less! The first woman to be elected “Chef of the Year” in 2007 and the first woman to win three stars in the Michelin guide, Anne-Sophie Pic is collecting records. Open the door to her brand new cookery school in Valence. Ecole Scook www.scook.fr La Drôme Tourisme www.ladrometourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Le 'bouchon lyonnais' http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Le-bouchon-lyonnais--gb08086 Here there are no airs or graces, always a warm welcome, and the setting has not changed for decades. For anyone wanting a taste of genuine Lyon specialities, this is a “must”… but one piece of advice: make sure you book in advance. INFORMATIONS Café des Fédérations www.lesfedeslyon.com Rhône Tourisme www.rhonetourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Red fruits http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Red-fruits-gb08152 The Ferme du Phaux at Noiretable in the Loire offers farmhouse teas where you can taste their delicious organic red fruits. Yummy! INFORMATIONS Ferme du Phaux www.lafermeduphaux.fr Loire Tourisme www.loiretourisme.com Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com Christmas magic http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Christmas-magic-ratra09004 In December, Annecy is decked out with Christmas lights for its traditional Christmas Market and to welcome Father Christmas in style, who has plenty of surprises in store… for children and grown-ups too.   INFORMATIONS Annecy Tourist Office www.lac-annecy.com   Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme www.savoie-mont-blanc.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourismewww.rhonealpes-tourisme.com   Camping and Canyoning http://www.rhonealpes.tv/travel/video-Camping-and-Canyoning-gb08039 Campings in Rhône-Alpes www.camping-rhonealpes.co.uk   Camping Au Joyeux Réveil www.camping-au-joyeux-reveil.fr   Canyoning www.carnetdecourses.com   Isère Tourisme www.isere-tourisme.com   Rhône-Alpes Tourisme www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com