Culture Rhônes-Alpes

Inaugurated in 1972, the BmL is the largest public library in France, covering more than 27,290^m2 and holding more than 1.8 million documents in its "silo". Children go downstairs to the garden floor, exhibitions are at the entrance, music on the first floor, while the old collections are kept on the fifth floor reserved for researchers. The Culture subscription card gives access to the municipal libraries and the exhibitions of the 6 municipal museums.

A house that goes back in time and offers 2 permanent exhibitions: the construction techniques of the Roman aqueducts that supplied Lyon with water, and the material used for weaving velvet in western Lyon from 1830 to 1930. With the children, follow the tracks of the local mascots - the IndianAraire - and discover the treasures of the past by solving the enigma (to be downloaded on the site). Panoramic view of the Yzeron valley, Lyon and the Alps.

Located on two floors of a building combining concrete and glass, this media library offers clear and clear spaces. More than 50,000 documents (books, magazines, BD, CD, DVD, partitions) are lent or can be consulted on site. For science and technology farus, a space is dedicated to it with almost 7,000 documents. But the media also offers other services: home loan, handy document boxes, lockers and Internet access to subscribers. We also love the dynamism of the team with animations, exhibitions and meetings organized throughout the year for children, young people and adults. And proof of this dynamism: on-site consultation of the electronic book. A warm and smiling welcome to grow and relax.

On the edge of the RD 532 which joins Tournon and Saint-Félicien, the Maison de Pays de l'Ay-au-Doux is more than just a place of sale, an animation antenna of great interest to the visitor of the day and to the inhabitants of the cru. In a building without a stamp, however, it has many treasures and first of all the products of farmers in the region gathered by a charter of quality and transparency: goat and cow cheese, country and saint-joseph wines, poultry, cold meats, honey, jams, syrups, juices, butter… They complement some of the artisanal products: wooden souvenirs, wool, baskets, dried flowers, squash. Next to this - already - rich mission, the Country House serves as a relay to tourist offices and provides information about the country's life that goes far beyond tourism information. In a large 70 square metre room you can discover video documentaries on the country's life.

The Pavillon du Tourisme de Serrières is a tourist office located in the heart of the typical Rhône Valley village of Serrières. Open only during the summer months, it offers visitors advice on what to do in the Annonay and Rhône Valley region. The lodge has a parking lot and sells fishing cards. Staff speak French and English, making it easy to communicate with foreign tourists.

The small village of Saint-Cirgues-en-Montagne houses one of the smallest colleges in France, which strengthens its traditional position as a crossroads of this part of the Ardéchoise Mountain. The fairs were once famous. Like many villages, Saint-Cirgues originates from a castle in ruins, the castle of Des, visible from the The road. Then, as the saying says, «a city is a castle that prospered», the village developed along the river. It must be said that Saint-Cirgues was then located in the extension of the main road at the time: that which comes from Montpezat by the Pal coast. This lost importance during the creation of the road from Mayres in the th century, Saint-Cirgues nearly recovered it via the train: the Roux motor tunnel is the vestige of this project of a Aubenas rail link - Le Puy via Saint-Cirgues. The church of Saint-Cirgues-en-Montagne built around 1050 is a beautiful Romanesque church that you can visit. In particular, it has one of the most magnificent peigne towers of the religious architecture of the ardéchois plateau.

Who said there were no trains in Ardèche? In line with the famous Mastrou, an association revived the Railcar-Lignon tourist Line, resulting from the Réseau railway network which formerly linked the Rhone to the Loire, crossing the Velllave plateau. Closed in 1968, 2 sections were spared, including the Voies line in Saint Center. This tourist line is now at the rhythm of the trains of yesteryear through a superb landscape - the Lignon Gorges - until the altitude 1 040 meters in Saint-Center. A journey to be done in a time when you forget to take its time, breathe clean air and admire the know-how of the old.

A warm welcome by a passionate and exciting hostess, visibly love of Woodstock and his region. It doubles from a guide guide for the visit of the Provençal Museum of Folk Arts and Traditions, located in the same building as the union of Initiatives, a splendid th century house whose staircase is a marvel of its kind.

With the simple view of a map, we quickly understand why the man was very early in Woodstock. Ideally located on the axis rhone at a strategic location on the tracks of human migration from the Mediterranean basin to the north, the Woodstock site, and especially the cliffs dug by the river, will set the first populations in natural caves in 2 500 B.C. but it is the Romans, great conquerors and road builders, who will establish the first dwellings in the region, located in the region. Woodstock a place of interesting passage to defend. In the Middle Ages, a castle is built whose remains still dominate the city. A city that will develop in the Renaissance, leaving beautiful traces with homes whose rehabilitation today gives the heart of the city. In this coal-fortified zone in the Rhône region, agriculture is booming, from breeding to vine growing, which still continues today thanks to four wine-growers attached to their land. The first intersection occurred in the th century with industrialization and two achievements that will change the face of the village. First, the Tap Suspension Bridge, built by the Seguin brothers from 1847 to 1845. A bridge that has suffered over the centuries from the flood of the river, the mistral that blows in this parade as nowhere else in the Rhône Valley, and later by the bombings of the Second World War. A bridge famous by the upheavals he has crossed and the incredible landscape he reveals to passers-by. The other is the Chocolate chocolate factory built at the end of the th century. A unique factory created by the monks of Aiguebelle too much in their monastery to manufacture a renowned chocolate. A factory that will operate for almost a century - 1895-1977 - before it hosts a bold industrial project in the st century. To visit the Ruelles alleys, stroll along the Rhône River and stop on the holiday road, Volterra enjoys a beautiful stop reserved for the camper at the entrance to the city. Do not miss if you chose this holiday mode.

In a former hotel belonging to the municipality, the association Read Culture presents everything relating to the past of Lu-la-Croix-Haute. With a little imagination and appealing to the competent people, the house of Memory succeeds in presenting small, pleasant exhibitions on the rural architecture of Lu, the first inhabitants of the country, the coolers, the Chartreux de or the communal forest. It would be a shame to go to Read without spending 30 minutes at this small museum.

In the heart of the city, on the main square, the Maison des Huiles d'Olive et Olives de France offers a unique exhibition on this thousand-year-old tree, bearer of so many symbols: the olive tree. Take part in rare moments that should not be missed such as olive oil tastings or workshops (cooking, creative, conferences ...) that allow a better understanding of the rich and special world of the olive tree. Our senses are titillated throughout the year with a rich program. Do not hesitate to visit our website or to follow us on our social networks (Facebook and Instagram).

At the foot of the Cévennes Ardéchoise, a few kilometres from Vals-les-Bains, Lalevade stretches between its Mediterranean pine forests and the Ardèche River, which runs over three kilometres. Situated in the heart of a picturesque and sunny region, it is the ideal starting point for many walks.

The village restaurant and weekly markets on Tuesday and Friday morning allow visitors to appreciate the delicious local products of Lignon and Salyndre valleys: trout, mushrooms - ceps, chanterelles, morels in season -, wild fruits - blueberries, raspberries, wood strawberries -, chestnuts, goat cheeses - picodons -, charcuterie - godiveaux, stomachs, hams -, foie gras, honey, duck - wild boar, deer. At the foot of the old volcano «La coupe de Jaujac», you will find a source of mineral water called Peschier which used to be used, you can always enjoy its clear and sparkling water. Sale of organic products on the Champ-de-Mars square every day in July-August.

Vernoux-en-Vivarais is a charming town in the heart of the Ardèche. For tourist information, visitors can go to the "Privas Centre Ardèche" Tourist Office - Vernoux-en-Vivarais Information Office. The tourist office offers information on the region's activities and sights, as well as advice on how to organize your stay. Staff members also speak English, which is convenient for foreign tourists. In addition to providing tourist information, the tourist office implements sanitary measures to ensure the safety of visitors, including requiring compliance with barrier gestures.

Saint-Sauveur-de-Montagut is a charming village situated at the foot of the feudal château de Montagut, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding valleys. History buffs can take a hiking trail to this "eagle's nest" and learn more about its past. The town also offers numerous tourist activities and cultural events throughout the year. These include the "Floréales de l'Ascension", featuring exhibitions, a flower market, concerts and other entertainment. The "Fête de la châtaigne et du Clinton" is another local tradition not to be missed, with a folk group celebrating chestnuts and the grape harvest. Sports and leisure enthusiasts will also find plenty to do in Saint-Sauveur-de-Montagut, with a beach on the Glueyre for swimming in summer, as well as numerous marked hiking and mountain-biking trails. Fishing enthusiasts can take advantage of the region's many trout rivers, while canoeing enthusiasts can contact Club Eyrieux Canoë Kayak for courses on the Eyrieux. Finally, the town boasts sports facilities such as a gymnasium, tennis courts, volleyball courts and pétanque courts.

Désaignes's origin is "Disania", meaning Diane, Roman goddess of hunting. Moreover, a Roman temple bore the name of the goddess. And according to'd'Anglas, who made a thorough study on the subject, this temple would have been dedicated to the Roman Hercules which was distinguished by its strength. Another story of mythology, a hamlet of the name of Hermet might recall a place of worship at the Greek Hermès, God of commerce… What would join the fact that, since prehistoric times, man has passed to Désaignes on a road of merchants and mule. In addition to a Romanesque church, Désaignes also houses some medieval remains: the man's door - th century - and the feudal castle that survived the temple of his neighbour Diane. The rectangular wall wall is almost intact and one can still see fenêtres windows, a tower with a spiral staircase… The organ of the Protestant temple, magnificent and strange building with a dedication to Louis XVIII, weighs three to four tons and represents a volume of about 40 square meters. Its history is linked to that of the temple that took fire in 1962 and was rebuilt in 1965. Many Genevois Genevois and French organists came to Désaignes to make this organ famous for concerts. It should be noted that Désaignes has been engaged in the renovation of its heritage for 25 years and that the village should soon be rewarded by the award of the «Village of Character» label. A dynamic village that has conquered the heart of the Smart and deserves more than just a stop.

The office offers a wide range of activities and events to discover the region, as well as accommodation and restaurants. You can also find information on upcoming events in the region on their online calendar.

A museum featuring mixed collections with a common denominator the painter André Auclair - 1893-1976. It is therefore not surprising to discover in this beautiful mansion the 20 s a whole room devoted to high-level sport with the presentation of sporting objects of the time. But here we also come here to admire the approximately 300 works, which were presented alternately, bequeathed by a painter inspired by the artistic movements of a time when surrealism was born. But what dominates is the inflows influences? Art Deco across all disciplines - and the word is welcome to talk about sport! - by André Auclair: drawing, painting, engraving, ceramics, tapestry… We will discover a small museum of lime devoted to local history and on the last floor a sports museum that evokes through photos and material the great events of our century. In the autumn, a very eagerly awaited lounge presents works by contemporary artists.

This exhibition area of the Saint Martin district, housed in the former rehabilitated barracks, welcomes from 8 May to 31 October 2017 the collective exhibition Pop art, see more…, fruit of collaboration between the Château des Adhémar and the Saint Martin museum, presents the major figures of Pop art, popular current born in the 50 s in the United States and England. At their side are exhibited works by contemporary artists, heirs of this emblematic movement of art history. Embodied by the famous American Andy Warhol, designed to make art accessible to the greatest number by dealing with topical subjects, Pop art has marked the decline of conceptual or minimalist art. It remains the movement-reflection of the capitalist window and has, technically and aesthetically, never finished.

With its name from the illustrious family of Adhémar, including the castle in Montélimar, this village is classified among the most beautiful in France. And it is essential to walk in its protected streets of the sun to finish its race on a square bathed in light to understand the happiness of existence. Its remarkable Romanesque church was restored thanks to Mérimée, then inspector of historical monuments. It is therefore essential to go to the foot of this fortress which is so natural and so designed by man that it is born as a vision in the middle of the landscape. While curious botanists will visit the garden of Herbs and Collection - 200 species of plants. Open every day and free admission, others are quietly immersed in the middle of the old stones in a warm atmosphere. But from this haven of peace, God that the valley of the Rhône is noisy! A little distance, the Val des Nymphs is an oasis of astonishing freshness, ancient pagan place of worship, where recently restored, a chapel of the th century.

The Maison de la Céramique is one of the most instructive and exciting places to visit in the Drôme des Collines region. A veritable center of activity where past and future meet to present visitors with all the facets of ceramic materials. Ceramic was the first material to be modified by human hands to create useful objects. While the first potters of 6,500 years ago surely had no idea that such a center could be dedicated to their art, today's curious visitors can't fail to wander through an interactive space where they can discover all the often little-known ways in which our earth can be put to good use. Organized around thematic islands, the "La terre dans tous ses états" (Earth in all its states) exhibition presents all the traditional facets - crockery with the famous "bleus" from Saint-Uze, pottery... - and modern applications - in medicine, communication, aeronautics... - of this age-old art. Don't hesitate to ask about the dates of courses organized by the Maison de la Céramique to get your hands dirty. Temporary exhibitions throughout the year: ask for details.

This gallery managed by the Association of Contemporary Artists presents contemporary paintings and sculptures.