Rhone-Alps: Lyons and the Gateway to the French Alps

The Rhone-Alps region, in south east France is visited my many English speaking visitors drawn by the vineyards of Beaujolais; the magnificent restaurants and delicatessens of Lyons, the second city of France; the rugged hills of the Ardeche; the university city of Grenoble, gateway to the Alps; and the mountain resorts of Lake Annecy, Chamonix-Mt Blanc and Chambery. This 512 page comprehensive guide book looks in turn at 15 regions, each with its own road map enabling the visitor to plan a day's drive. As well as describing all the places of interest, the guide is fascinating for browsing and journey planning. There are more than 400 inspirational photographs, plus street plans for all the most interesting towns and a map of the Lyons metro. The pages are packed with useful tips and features, from addresses for specialist food shops and restaurants to interesting facts and descriptions of local arts and crafts.