Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Rhône-Alpes

A natural park in 1974, the Pilat covers a surface area of 700 km ². It reaches 1 432 metres, at the Crêt de la Partridge. The vegetation is very rich because of the many climatic influences, thus constituting an important reserve for the fauna and flora of this mountainous region. This protected site houses rare species such as the circaète Jean-le-blanc or the soulflayer shrike. Haut Pilat is located in the welcoming village of Rochetaillée (only 6 km from Saint-Etienne) and its th century castle overlooking the Furan valley. Winter is perfect for the escapades and continue to the Bessat is an interesting idea because the place is ideal for oxygenate outdoors. There are numerous hiking trails on the Jasserie road. The Nordic area of Haut-Pilat offers a number of activities such as cross-country skiing, as well as children, and they are delighted to be able to enjoy the joy of the'kart'déval.

A site for the promotion of sustainable and respectful tourism for the Haute Vallée de la Loire animated by the SOS Loire Living Association and a dozen communes in the sector. We learn how to discover the nature of the biotope of this wild valley, we discover the objectives of sustainable tourism, we find practical links, we see the ten panels of a didactic exhibition on the young Loire, the gorges, the plateaus, its prehistory, its history, the news, the projects… Under the heading of tourism offer, a tab is reserved for fishing with coordinates of fishing guides, fishing accommodation, lists of the best spots, local fish resources, etc.

In the heart of Mauritania, women in the Adrar Oasis had to develop gardening activities to survive the drought of desert lands. However, breeding and culture of these rare parcels of life are not enough for the survival of the community. These women have therefore opened up to tourists access to traditional tents and stone houses and land to make their way of life and the exceptional sites that the desert has to offer. Access is done by Paris or Marseille, and every penny spent is returned to that community.

In Chantelle, the Bouble penetrates into an increasingly narrows valley, which takes the profile of the gorge. The large loops of the river and the needs of the city above explain the establishment of many mills on the banks of the municipality (4250 m). There were flour mills, wineries, mailleries, tanneries, laundries, carderies. Their environment was occupied by cultivated spaces (gardens, vines, orchards) retained by layers of dry stones that are still clear under the brush. Since 1229, these mills have been in the number of thirteen, many of whom are advanced by Corrocher and Delaume, authors of the Les Vieux Mills de la Bouble (depleted edition) from which this article is drawn. By walking, you can find the remains of intallations or locks at the edge or bottom of the bed of the river.

It's in fact Chassagne that you will need to go to start this botanical trail. At the exit of the hamlet, follow the small flower flower. Flowers, trees, shrubs and even orties: everything goes there! Whether you are a novice or an expert in the field, you will learn more from the labels bearing the species names. If the first ones may be satisfied with the name in French, the others may try to retain it in Latin. And in any case, this trail will guarantee you a pleasant outdoor moment.

Tariff: free.

Duration: an hour.

Difficulty: easy.

Two small hours of walking that you won't see! Starting from Saint-Cirgues-de-Jordanne, about minutes drive from Aurillac on the road to the Puy Mary, the path takes you into the den of the gorges. Signposted signs are also marked with panels that help you identify the different animal and plant species that live in this area. With passages 60 metres deep by location, bridges and bridges will delight young adventurers, but attention: it is forbidden to get there.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

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A product of excellence, Poissons de ^Dombes® are the result of a unique landscape shaped by man for centuries, the thousand ponds of the Dombes region, and of ancestral know-how handed down and improved from generation to generation. Raised in a preserved environment for 3 years, Poissons de ^Dombes® benefit from a remarkable environment to become, over the years, high-quality gourmet products with a unique taste. For over a century, the men and women of the Poissons de ^Dombes® chain have been committed to guaranteeing exceptional quality, from pond to plate. Present in the fresh waters of the Dombes region since its origins, carp is prized for its tasty flesh and can be prepared in a wide range of gourmet recipes! On the website, you'll find ideas for a variety of dishes, starters and aperitifs. Carp, pike and pike-perch can be found on the shelves of your local stores, supermarkets or farm stores, as well as on the region's finest tables. Original and innovative, Cuir de carpe de ^Dombes® products are made from carp from the Poissons de ^Dombes® specifications. High-quality leathers tanned in Lyon, transformed by passionate craftsmen into magnificent leather goods, jewelry, accessories and sneakers. Buy online at www.cuir-de-carpe-de-dombes.fr. Whether at home or in a restaurant, Poissons de ^Dombes® offers the best of its native terroir and inimitable savoir-faire.

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.