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Destination river and Rhône valley
Want to travel along the Rhône River, from the Alps to the Mediterranean, between France and Switzerland?
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Dans les bras du Rhône: festival in the valley, the delta and the Camargue
Dive into Dans les bras du Rhône, a unique festival celebrating the richness of the river through walks, shows and meetings with experts. Every autumn for almost 10 years, discover the biodiversity, history and environmental issues of the Rhône between Roquemaure, Avignon, Arles and the Camargue. Here’s a closer look and practical links to the
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The Kogi people take care of the Rhône River
Last autumn, a delegation from the Kogi people travelled from Colombia to the Rhône River to put a new environmental cooperation project into practice. The aim was to assess the health of the Rhône and draw up an unprecedented inventory of the river.
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The festival between the Rhône and Saône riversides in Lyon
The first act of a festive and popular event directly linked to the environment of the people of the Rhône-Alpes region, with over 150 activities on the banks of the river for this first Rhône et Saône festival from 1 to 3 July.
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Rhône correction in Valais Switzerland: web review, videos and maps
On 14 June 2015, the people of the Valais region said yes to the referendum on the 3rd Rhone correction upstream of Lake Geneva in Switzerland by 57%.
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Climbing the Matterhorn: History and Hörnli route
Embark on a magical journey to the top of the Matterhorn, one of the highest mountains in Europe. Discover the Hörnli Ridge, the most direct and popular route to its 4,478 metre summit.
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Valais: Discover the legendary region of Switzerland
Enter the magic and mystery that surround the Swiss Valais. Renowned for its glittering mountain peaks, spectacular glaciers and endless vineyards, this region rich in legends offers a truly fascinating experience.
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Furka Pass: a Swiss Alpine pass at 2,429 metres
How would you like to pin a spectacular 16.4 kilometre ascent to the Rhone Glacier on your map?The Furka Pass deserves its reputation and offers lovers of the great outdoors a truly intense experience.
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