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Historic & Cultural
Explore Rhône-Alpes’ medieval towns, Roman heritage and UNESCO sites—from Lyon to the Vercors.
Food & Drinks
Taste Rhône-Alpes classics: bouchons in Lyon, cheeses, wines and alpine specialties in every season.
Nature & Adventure
Hike, ski and bike Rhône-Alpes’ Alps and lakes—Chamonix views, Mont Blanc trails and wild rivers.
Must-Visit Rhône-Alpes Attractions
Discover iconic landmarks, from Lyon's historic traboules to the breathtaking peaks of Mont Blanc.
Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)
Croix-Rousse
Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean)
Bellecour Square (Place Bellecour)
Traboules of Lyon
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière)
Tête d'Or Park (Parc de la Tête d'Or)
Lyon Opera House (Opéra National de Lyon)
Lake Annecy (Lac d'Annecy)
Lyon Les Halles Market (Les Halles Paul Bocuse)
Ancient Theatre of Fourvière (Théâtre Antique de Lyon)
Lyon Palace of Justice (Palais de Justice Historique de Lyon)
Mont Blanc
Island Palace (Palais de l'Ile)
Bridge of Loves (Pont des Amours)
Célestins Theatre (Théâtre des Célestins)
Lyon Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des Beaux Arts de Lyon)
Lumière Institute (Institut Lumière)
Resistance and Deportation History Centre (Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation)
Aiguille du Midi Cable Car
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Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
Ski seasons in the French Alps typically run from December to April.
Language
French is the official language of the Rhône-Alpes region.
Currency
The official currency used in Rhône-Alpes is the Euro (€).
Visa Info
Travelers require a Schengen visa or equivalent for short stays depending on their nationality.
Plug Type
Rhône-Alpes uses Type C and Type E electrical plugs with a standard voltage of 230V.
Time zone
Rhône-Alpes follows Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1, and CEST (UTC+2) in summer.
