Your camping holiday in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Head for the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region for your next stay! Between volcanoes, mountains, rivers and incredible landscapes, great adventures in the middle of nature await you!
Surrounded by nature, mountains and lakes, let yourself be carried away by this magical environment and opt for a camping holiday in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes!
STAY IN AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES : WHAT AN ADVENTURE !
As a tourist destination, this region has many amazing landscapes to marvel at, both young and old. From remarkable volcanic sites to the Monts du Vercors Regional Nature Park, you will never be bored!
Holidays in the Rhône Valley and the Ardèche
The Rhone Valley stretches from south of Lyon to the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. There are a number of charming villages with their own history that will enchant you. Vienne - Condrieu is a small town on both sides of the Rhône river. The town is one of the most beautiful Gallo-Roman sites in the region. With the temple of Augustus and Livia, the museum of Saint Romain en Gal and the Roman theatre on the Vienne side, it is easy to imagine the Roman life of the time. Then the pleasant city of Valencia: colourful markets, cosy terraces, pedestrian streets, Saint Apollinaire Cathedral, Maison des Têtes, Kiosque Peynet and the Art and Archaeology Museum; a must-see! Finally, discover the town famous for its nougat: Montélimar! It is a quiet and restful town, which still has its old pedestrian areas. Don't miss the Château des Adhémar, a medieval palace from the 12th century.
All along the Rhone Valley, there is the border with the Ardèche department. This one is also very touristic and hosts the regional natural park of the Monts d'Ardèche! Discover its wines, its gastronomy (chestnuts, Picodon cheese, beef, starred chefs, producers' meetings, ...), its paths and hikes, as well as its famous crafts. So let yourself be tempted by a stay in a campsite in the Ardèche!
The Auvergne is full of exceptional landscapes that are often overlooked. The Auvergne is full of exceptional landscapes that are often overlooked. It is home to the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Nature Park, which is unique in Europe. This "High tectonic site of the Chaîne des Puys - Limagne fault" is listed by UNESCO. You may be familiar with the Puy de Dôme, which is the best known of these volcanoes. It reaches 1,465 metres and overlooks 80 volcanoes in the chain! You can reach it in any season thanks to the cogwheel train "Le Panoramique des Dômes". Only 15 km from Clermont-Ferrand, it's worth the diversions! You can also visit the Puy Mary (1,787m) in the Cantal Massif. Labelled a Grand Site de France, it offers an incredible view as far as Mont Blanc. Discover also the magnificent volcanic lakes which are the result of encounters between magma and water!
The treasures of the Alps
The Alps are the largest ski area in the world! Skiing enthusiasts have their own habits and meet every year in the same place to enjoy the wonderful ski slopes of the Alps. The Northern Alps are a reference in terms of winter sports, they have hosted the Olympic Games three times: first in the famous destination Chamonix in 1924, in Grenoble in 1968 and in Albertville in 1992! Thanks to the many winter resorts and their ski areas, you can discover a wide range of sporting activities! Between skiing, sledging, airboarding, snowshoeing, snowscooting and many others, you will find your happiness! You will also find thermal springs, wellness, aqualudism and alpine gastronomy! Let yourself be tempted by these extraordinary village resorts such as Chamonix, Megève, La Clusaz or Le Grand-Bornand. Or the well-known sports resorts of Alpe d'Huez, Les Deux Alpes, Courchevel, Les Arcs, La Plagne, Val Thorens and many others! Also, go on an adventure and climb the Mont Blanc and its 4 809 metres!
Also discover the sublime Alpine lakes of Annecy (one of the purest lakes in Europe), Le Bourget, and Lake Geneva. Finally, there are the charming towns at the gateway to the Alps. Whether it is Grenoble, Chambery or Annecy, these cities will make you travel through their authenticity and beauty.
A stay in Lyon, prefecture of the region
With a history of almost 2000 years, Lyon offers a wide range of monuments and sites to see. Its historic centre has been listed by UNESCO since 1998. The Vieux-Lyon had no less than 11 churches! All that remains is to visit the Primatial Cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, the Basilica of Fourvière, the Church of Saint Bruno lès Chartreux or even the Church of Saint Nizier! As far as contemporary architecture is concerned, Lyon is well served! The Musée des Confluences, the Opera of Lyon, the Quartier des Gratte-ciel or the Auditorium of Lyon are all part of its amazing architecture! Even if the most incredible are the Roman Theatres of Lyon, the Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls and the Aqueducts which have been there since the Roman colonisation.
CAMPING HOLIDAYS AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES
How about a camping trip to this beautiful region full of surprises? The different and incredible panoramas will allow you to get away from everyday life and enjoy your holiday to the full. What's more, the region ranks third in France in terms of the number of campsites!
No more hesitation after having understood all the splendour and interest of this region! Book your accommodation in the place of your choice and enjoy your nature camping holiday!
Whether you are a regular visitor to the region, or you want to discover green tourism in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, you will be delighted to discover and explore this region! Quiet holidays in thermal spas, and/or exploring fabulous tourist sites, the choice is yours!