Guided tours Rhône-Alpes

Here, everything is to be discovered and this is not what will cost you the most expensive! Of course, we will turn the 13 communes that make up the community of the Annecy agglomeration to discover a rich, diverse and singular heritage. But you can also "concentrate" on three specific sites that make it possible to discover all the others better: The Museum-Château, the Palais de l'Ile and Citia exhibition with the Universe of Animation Cinema. Good news for those who want to be tempted by curiosity, these three exhibition and animation sites open their access free of charge every Sunday of the month for all, from October to May. Not to be missed even the rest of the year.

All aboard this mythical little train that takes us on a 15 km line at the foot of the Alps! Breathtaking landscapes, to discover on one of the most spectacular railways of Europe. Arrival at the Monteynard terminus before walking to the Belvédère du Grand Balcon and the panoramic restaurant with a view over the turquoise waters of the lake. On the way back, stop at the Musée de la Mine-Image with underground mining site. An unforgettable trip.

A very good option to spend when you are not a great sportsman, this ATV circuit on the Plateau plateau promises you a walk without uneven. At the beginning of Paulhac, you took about one hour to conquer the villages and hamlets of Twelve, Proposes, Lascols and Peyre. Your journey is punctuated by a few points of view, especially on the lead of Cantal. You already want to pause? Wait for Lascols's narse: You can then take the time to observe the ducks, snipe and other tentacles that inhabit it.

Tariff: Free.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: Easy.

1,4 km, 14 steps, here is the program of this walk. The town of Warm-Aigues is known for its thermal springs, and the theme of water will be followed throughout the course. From the source by the discovery of the heating system of the houses, passing through the hot water wash; what to combine the pleasure of walking to that of culture, and why not even well-being if you decide to give you a prolonged break at the thermal baths of Caleden…

Tariff: free.

Distance: 1,4 km.

Difficulty: .

Cruise on the Wild dam. Possible boarding at Mayres Savel (15 km from La Mure). Open from mid-May to mid-October (according to EDF permissions). 1 h 30 or 2 h cruise with or without meals. The Mira allows you to enter wild and inaccessible gorges, those of Drac and Ebron. Before you open large blank spaces, incredible canyons for a haven of unspoilt nature to discover. Possibility of lunch or dinner on board.

Count Guy IV of Forez orders the construction of the castle of Chalmazle from 1231 that he finances at his expense. In the Renaissance, this building became the property of the Marquis of Talaru, which returned from the wars of Italy, projecting embellishments in Renaissance style: Skeleton facade, interior courtyard galleries and paintings of the chapel, sculptures… before leaving in 1533 this castle due to the harsh winters. For a few years it is the sisters Saint Joseph who will occupy him and carry out numerous restorations. In 2002, the new owners decided to open it on the visit and create guest rooms. In medieval terms, it presents elements of the strong house of origin and of all the styles that have passed over the centuries: meurtrières, donjon, ronde, galleries, chapel…

Visitors with the sea foot will be able to embark on this one day getaway from Trévoux towards Pont-de-Vaux. Travelling through the Saône and touching at the passage two locks, the day of navigation is punctuated by a meal and ends by visiting the museum Chintreuil in Pont-de-Vaux. Other short stroll (2 h) are also organised from Trévoux. Information at the Tourist Office.

A new ecological way to visit the city, guided by a cyclonaute at the handlebars of its electric tricycle. Well in the shelter, but taking advantage of the panoramic roof of the equipment, you can see the city other than the rhythm of the bike. Discover the most picturesque streets through a walk that lasts more than half an hour through the Grenoble of yesterday and today. Pleasant discovery and ease of use, since it is very easy to "catch" a walk in the city centre or reserve a very quick availability at the foot of the hotel.

A tour tour allows you to discover about old houses preserved by Charlieu: th-century stone houses and increasing (th-century), or even Renaissance and classic periods. Discover the parish church Saint-Philibert (xiiith) and its polychrome wood stalls (th).

Historic medieval city built on the foothills of the Madeleine mountains in a defensive situation. During your visit, you will be able to discover the remains of its rich past with its half-timbered mansions like the house of the Constable, the remarkable Maison house for its facade of glazed bricks, the big door with the coats of arms of the Dukes of Bourbon and the counts of Du, its tower built in the th century by the Vicomtes de Mâcon, the old halls, the panoramic table at the top of the tower and the dial. solar. Throughout the tour of the buildings information panels give you all the details, take the route in the right direction. The village is illuminated at night.

You are of a nature to have the head in the moon or you followed the adventures of Thomas Pesquet? Then you are ready for an intergalactic journey in 2 or 3D. In the room equipped with a dome and a half-sphere screen, comfortably installed in your armchair, come and live an adventure mixing knowledge and mystery around the universe and the planets. Films and animations in hyperrealistic immersion, there is something for all ages, whether you are a connoisseur or not.

If its castle was abandoned in 1601, the town of Jasseron is still dominated by the dungeon and some walls are still visible today. Several circuits allow to discover on foot, the city and its landscapes, its washing machines, its church, its reservoir, Notre-Dame-des-Rhone chapel, or the calvary of the hamlet of sanciat. A heritage developed since 1973 by the Friends of Jasseron, an association that has published a book depicting the 2 000 years of history of the commune, for sale to the village's press.

Meeting with wildlife! As a matter of course, it is quite likely that you will take a few beautiful specimens on the path of swans, pêcheurs, mallard or wild stilts that have settled in the surrounding area. hard to get tired of the show! However, flora also has serious assets of seduction: iris, house, damasonies, wicked renoncules… What no longer know where to give your head! As for the circuit, you will cross over the hamlets of the Sablonnière, Migeline or Verfey, before passing on to the Chemin Castle.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: .

If you live Bressolles, probably have you ever participate in the famous "days pies" around the ovens? Well, we offer this time you a quite different way - but equally friendly - to discover the architectural heritage of the village: a pedestrian loop. You will discover successively the ovens of Paillot, Verfey, the Main Street, the oven in France, those of Bichon and Léchère, then you can finish by oven in the Bonnet, before joining church square, your starting point. Restored at the end of the last century, it deserves a penetrates; on the way to admire its typical walls, made of pebbles, bricks and stones.

Price: free.

Distance: 3.8 km away.

Problem: easy.

On foot or by bike, we will take you to the Rhone Valley this time. Departure on the course of Champagne, in Champagne. While the first part of the walk evolves in a pretty countryside frame, the second will bring you back to the Rhône River from the viaduct, to your starting point: You will accompany the river on a few kilometers on its descent to the Mediterranean. If you doubt your itinerary, rely on directional panels, horitontaux strokes and yellow triangles.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 7,8 km.

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Far away from the first steam locomotives and the most modern TGV, Cyclo-draisine presents itself as an original and user-friendly way to navigate the pre-abandoned kilometres of rails. A steel machine, two to three components, sometimes some seats for the less adventurous, and it left for a journey of the most atypical to conquer the historical and cultural heritage of the Hexagon! Browse the forests, walk through the plains, cross bridges, tunnels and viaducts; a real back, sharing between friends or family.

Tariff: 23 € la Cyclo-draisine for 4 people (reservation required).

Duration: 1 h to 1 h maximum.

Difficulty: .