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The 10 Best Historic Walking Areas in Rhône-Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
From the rare truffles of the Drôme to the vineyards of Beaujolais, the Rhone-Alps reveal the treasures of French cuisine. Gastronomic pleasures are complemented by the lush countryside, filled with fields of lavender. UNESCO-designated Lyon has first-century Roman ruins and the 19th-century Basilica of Fourvière. Forts and castles dot the landscape around Grenoble. Work off excess calories on the slopes of Chamonix and Megève. Visit during fall to take advantage of the grape harvest and many festivals.
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1. Maison Brochier Soieries
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Since 1890 Brochier family has been handing down a tradition born in Lyon in the 16th century : manufacturing exceptional natural silk fabrics and printing artists scarves. Four generations followed one another since the creation of the factory, each of them transmitting to the next one their passion for a work that demands a permanent involvement. The silk printing technique used in our workshop is inspired by the hand screen printing. It is also called "frame printing" or "à la lyonnaise". Today, we combine the traditional techniques with the new generations of high-definition digital printing. For the napped velvet pieces, the velvet is hand painted with painbrushes. You will find here in our shop a unique collection of artists silk scarves and neck ties, Made in France: from Jérôme Bosch and Rembrandt to Picasso and Jeff Koons.
Reviewed By Regislive - Buffalo, United States
We were on a tour and the shop owner came out and explained all about how silk was made in this city. He was so much fun and let us all look at the silk worms. I wish we had more time here as I wanted to go through the shop and look around. It looked as if they had beautiful items. Such a nice guy to come out and do that for free!
2. Vieux Lyon
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4.5 based on 6,612 reviews
Lyon's historic section is full of old buildings and a traditional old French atmosphere.
Reviewed By gavinb213
The best part of Lyon: fascinating and friendly. Wander around: get lost among the charming streets, stop for a drink or food at one of the many excellent cafes and restaurants.
3. Colline de Fourviere
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4.5 based on 2,672 reviews
This hill was the location of Lyon's original Roman settlement and still is home to ancient ruins from that era.
Reviewed By Andrew081 - St. Albans, United Kingdom
Fourviere Hill famous for its firework display and processions during the festival of light (every December) is home to Tour Métallique de Fourvière (mini Eiffel tower), the ornate Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière (Cathedral) and the amazing remains of the Théâtre Gallo Romain (Roman Theatre) where open-air events are still held. Best reached by one of the two funicular railways from Vieux Lyon – railway cost is one standard metro/bus ticket (€1.90).
4. Ecomusee des terrasses
5. Circuit Barjavel
6. Secrets d'Apiculteur
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Apiculteur that's French for beekeeper. Secrets d'Apiculteur is a fine food store dedicated to honey and products of the hive.
7. Ville Ancienne
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4.5 based on 470 reviews
Reviewed By Happywa5578
Chambery old town is a small area of medieval buildings, mostly houses set amid hidden courtyards and narrow passages. Several of the houses have towers housing spiral staircases - the higher the tower the more important was the family! There are short stretches of the old fortified town walls and some lovely arcades (rue de Boigne). The old town has many bars and restaurants as well as interesting shops, including traditional chocolatiers and cheese mongers. It is well worth a stroll for an hour or so and a drink or meal. If arriving by car, park in one of the big car parks and walk from there.
8. Place des Celestins
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By tinaNtravel - San Jose, United States
The square itself is rather nice, but the structure in the parking garage structure is quite interesting! From the square walk down the stairs to the parking lot and exit into the parking lot. Walk across the street to the round area and look down in the hole. It is very interesting how the rotating mirrors reflect each of the parking level’s overlooks. This is worth a separate trip to see.
9. Historic Center of Tournon sur Rhone
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4.0 based on 86 reviews
Behind the impressive castle on its granite rock, seigneurial home of the Comtes de Tournon, is a maze of narrow streets meandering through the historic center. Since the Early Middle Ages to the 18th century the Tournons have left a great cultural heritage thanks to different monuments such as the Chateau de Tournon (see on page 7 “Our favourite attractions”) but also the Collegiate Church Saint Julien built in the 14th century with its magnificent frescoes in the Chapelle des Penitents. The town is then strongly fortified during the Hundred Years’ War, but it will expand beyond the wall after it quickly became prosperous again. In the south, the Porte de Mauves can be admired, the last stable door which once closed the town (there used to be 4) and where the coat of arms of the town is still to be seen. 2 watchtowers are left in the north and the south of the Sentier des Tours, a marked walking path which used to go along the wall in the 16th century. It is also a nice one-hour walk.
10. Village de Chamelet
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4.0 based on 4 reviews
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