The Rhône-Alpes is a French region bordering Italy and Switzerland and has some of the most beautiful natural scenery and the most picturesque lakes in Europe. Apart from the astounding nature, the area is popular for sports enthusiasts and tourists alike who are looking for an active holiday amidst a tranquil setting. Along with activities in the great outdoors, the region also offers a collection of noteworthy towns and cities. Those more attracted to French culture, cuisine and history than hitting the slopes will be spoiled for choice in destinations like Lyon – a treat for the eyes, mind and the taste buds.
The Rhône-Alpes is one of the largest and most prosperous regions in France with three main cities, namely Lyon, Grenoble and St Etienne. Lyon is the capital of this region and is also a gastronomic hub with a plethora of medieval buildings. The Gothic Monastere Royal de Brou is to the northeast of Lyon and contains huge royal tombs and marble statues for those with a keen sense for history. Rent a French holiday home and take a ride over Grenoble on its infamous cable car before seeing some contemporary art at Le Magasin, or visit Saint Etienne to watch a football match and admire the Cathedral’s architecture.
With the culinary paradise that is Lyon as its capital, the Rhône-Alpes region is one of the most frequented by gastronome guests on self-catering holidays. Mountainous surroundings make way for regional specialties including sublime and well-renowned cheese dishes such as raclette and cheese fondue, whilst fertilised forests are the perfect place to find Ardèche chestnuts, Grenoble walnuts and Drôme truffles. Either dine out on roasted rabbit, tartiflette and hearty soups, or simply explore French markets and purchase simple yet supreme ingredients for a picnic. Stay in the Rhône region and eat Rosette de Lyon salami, freshly baked bread, goats cheese and locally grown apricots, cherries and peaches.
Visit the beautiful Rhône-Alpes region and rent wonderful French holiday homes at NOVASOL. This region will enchant you with wonderful landscapes of steep mountains, deep valleys, roaring rivers and gently plains. Stay in our exceptional self-catering properties in France and explore the area at your leisure. When you visit the region on a self-catering holiday, you will observe that this area suits all tastes. The north has wonderful waterfalls, fast flowing rivers and marvellous mountains, whilst the south has gently rolling woodlands, vineyards and meadows. Our French villas can be located in front of a beautiful lake, in a field, on or on the edge of a beautiful mountain.
The region’s identity is defined by Rhône river on one side and the Alpine uplands on the other. NOVASOL holiday rentals in France are the perfect place for you to stay while you try your hand at skiing, and a number of other activities in the region of the Rhône-Alpes. Adventure lovers can take part in rafting and kayaking that takes place all year round, whilst the mountains and canyons provide a great backdrop for hiking and climbing. This is also the best cross-country skiing area in France. The region is dotted with small ski stations and hosts the ‘Transjurassienne’, which is the world’s largest and toughest cross-country skiing event.
Of course the Alps bring to mind mountainous adventures, serene scenery and invigorating activities. NOVASOL’s holiday homes in this part of France offer a base to explore and so much more. Either book something remote from our selection of rentals in the Alps and enjoy the sporting opportunities on offer, or visit the beautiful towns and cities such as Chamonix, St. Gervais, Albertville, Grenoble and Annecy. Grenoble will impress with a range of museums and historical architecture, whilst Annecy’s castle, lake and coloured houses make this one of the most beautiful places in France.
Most of our self-catering villas have well-kept gardens and garden furniture, where you can relax and spend some time with your family. Many of our holiday homes in the Rhône-Alpes region also have a separate space for parking your car, which you can use to explore the many family activity opportunities in the Rhône-Alpes, such as skiing, kayaking through the Gorges de l'Ardeche, enjoying interactive performances at the Salva Terra Medieval theme park near Lyon, and visiting La Ferme aux Crocodiles in the Rhône Valley. You won't be stuck for things to do on your French holiday with so much to choose from!
We have an extensive selection of French holiday villas and apartments to choose from, so we are sure to have something for you. Our villas, apartments and gites in France are spacious and offer breath-taking views of the mountains and the valleys or easy routes into charming towns. NOVASOL have almost 50 years’ experience taking satisfied customers away with us to locations all over Europe, but what really puts us ahead of the rest is our local service, which ensures that staff members in France are available to support you should you need it whilst on your self-catering holiday.
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