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Rhone-Alpes, France
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Budgeting and Travel Tips for Rhone-Alpes

  • In peak season during , expect to see higher prices and an influx of visitors in the destination. To save some cash and avoid the crowds, think about visiting during the shoulder or low seasons.
  • Opting for a slower travel pace can help you keep your budget in check while enjoying the scenic beauty. If you overbook your days with activities, you'll find yourself spending more. But taking your time often results in lower costs and a more fulfilling experience.

Budgeting Challenges

  • Options for public transportation in Rhone-Alpes are limited. Renting a car or prearranging transportation, like a tour, could be a good idea, but it may impact your budget elsewhere.
  • Rhone-Alpes isn't a major hub for hostels, so if you're expecting to stay in a cheap dorm, you might need to rethink your plans. Opting for a budget hotel or an apartment rental could be a smarter choice.
Traveling in Rhone-Alpes
Rhone-Alpes Lyon, France

Rhone-Alps is part of Auvergne-Rhone-Alps, a new region in France, located along the Eastern border towards the south of the country. The region was named after the Rhone River and the Alps mountain range. The capital city, Lyon, is the second largest metropolitan area in France behind Paris and Rhone Alps has the sixth largest economy of any European region. The Rhone-Alps is a beautiful region, bordering Italy and Switzerland to the east, Burgundy to the north, Auvergne to the west and the Provence region to the south. The area features much of the greatest scenery in France, from the high Alps of the Savoy region to the lavender fields of the Drome and the stunning Gorges de l'Ardeche. A great outdoors destination!



Regions

The Rhone-Alps includes eight French departments (county-like areas): Ain, Ardeche, Drome, Isere, Loire, Rhone, Savoie and Haute-Savoie.

SAVOY ALPS, THE HAUTE-SAVOIE DEPARTMENT:

This is high Alps country, including the highest mountain in France, Mont Blanc. Also in this department, you will find Lake Geneva and the towns along its southern shores.

SAVOY ALPS, THE SAVOIE DEPARTMENT:

In this area you will find lots of outdoor activities and outdoor beauty, but there is also a great spa in this area that is popular with tourists.

ISERE DEPARTMENT:

This department is located to the east of Lyon and has a mix of environments from tall mountains to big city.

DROME AND THE SOUTH:

This area is best known for its lavender fields and quiet market towns.

LOIRE DEPARTMENT:

This area has exceptional charm has a wide variety of scenery and a large number of medieval and cultural sites to visit.

RHONE DEPARTMENT:

This area features France's second largest metropolis area, Lyon, which has a great historic center worth visiting.

AIN DEPARTMENT:

This is the northernmost department in the region and has a variety of environments from spa towns to small, pretty villages, to medieval villages.

ARDECHE:

This department is popular for its "villages of character" and magnificent natural beauty. It is a great outdoor destination.

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