Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Destinations in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Ampuis
Heart of Côte-Rôtie wine region with steep terraced vineyards producing exceptional Syrah wines.
Beaumont-Monteux
Northern Rhône village with Crozes-Hermitage wine production.
Belleville-en-Beaujolais
Market town in Beaujolais wine region with historic wine trade heritage.
Blacé
Beaujolais village with wine cooperatives and traditional granite cellars.
Bourg-Saint-Andéol
Historic Ardèche town on the Rhône with local wine estates and Roman heritage.
Chignin
Renowned Savoie wine village producing Chignin-Bergeron from Roussanne grapes with alpine views.
Clermont-Ferrand
Historic volcanic city with access to Auvergne wine estates and Michelin heritage.
Cruet
Savoie wine village producing Apremont white wines from Jacquère grapes near Chambéry.
Cruseilles
Small Haute-Savoie market town between Annecy and Geneva with castle ruins and a striking 19th-century viaduct.
Fleurie
Iconic Beaujolais cru village producing elegant, floral red wines from Gamay grapes.
Grospierres
Southern Ardèche village with natural wine estates and medieval architecture.
Jongieux
Savoie wine village on shores of Lake Bourget with sparkling wine production.
Lantignié
Beaujolais village producing Régnié cru wines with cooperative cellar.
Lyon
Gastronomic capital with Renaissance old town and two rivers.
Odenas
Beaujolais cru village with granite slopes producing Chiroubles wines.
Pougny
Small wine village near Geneva with local production in alpine foothills.
Romanèche-Thorins
Beaujolais wine village home to famous Moulin-à-Vent cru with wine museum.
Roussas
Drôme village with Grignan-les-Adhémar wine estates and lavender fields.
Saint-Lager
Beaujolais village at the foot of Brouilly hill with wine estates and hiking trails.
Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
Gateway to Ardèche Gorges with wine estates and outdoor activities.
Saint-Pantaléon-les-Vignes
Drôme wine village with organic and biodynamic Côtes du Rhône estates.
Asked & answered.
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in France is known for French Alps, Lyon cuisine, Beaujolais wine and Mont Blanc. Nestled in the heart of France, this region is the second-largest, known for its diverse landscapes from the rugged mountains of the Alps to the volcanic terrain of the Massif Central. Lyon serves as a vibrant urban center, celebrated for its gastron...
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes offers camper van road trips, castle stays and historic accommodations and vineyard visits and wine tastings. With 25 curated destinations in the region, travellers can explore at a leisurely pace — lingering in villages, connecting with locals, and immersing themselves in the landscape.
- Top slow travel destinations in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes include Romanèche-Thorins, Grospierres, Saint-Pantaléon-les-Vignes and Voiron, among 25 curated destinations. Each offers authentic local experiences, from regional cuisine to natural landscapes, selected for travellers who prefer depth over speed.
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is accessible via well-suited roads for camper van travel. The region's slow travel infrastructure makes it possible to explore without a personal car, though some remote villages may require advance planning. Many accommodations can arrange transfers or provide local transport advice.