Cities in the region

City walks

The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region offers curious visitors a multitude of towns and cities, each with its own heritage, history and individual character. Plenty of places worth going to for a walk or a stay.

Chambéry

Just an hour and a quarter from Lyon via the A43 motorway lies Chambéry, nestled between lakes and mountains and the historic capital of the States...

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Vichy

Don't miss out on a visit to the Auvergne spa town of Vichy, just two hours from Lyon via the A89 motorway.

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Le Puy-en-Velay

Take a break in this town just 1 hour and 45 mins from Lyon that is steeped in history and intensity. Here are our hints and tips for a weekend in...

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Annecy

With the crystal clear waters of its lakes, and the tiny bridges and canals in the town's old quarter, everything in Annecy will make you fall in...

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Roanne

In the heart of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, on the banks of the Loire, Roanne is a charming destination. Located only 1 hour and 10 minutes from...

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