Traditions, Sightseeing and Food in the French Alps

Choose from:

·  Sightseeing and day trips

·  Local entertainment

·  Food and drink

·  Local markets

·  Tour de France

Introduction

The French Alps is rich in things to do and to enjoy during a summer holiday. Check the contact information on the resort pages, or the Tourist Offices for more specific information on each area.

Sightseeing & day trips

The Haute-Savoie has a remarkable range of world attraction sites. The views from the top Aiguille du Midi, Europe highest cable car are literally breathtaking. For another way to admire the majestic Mont-Blanc try the scenic Montenvers train leading to the Sea of Ice. Towns like Annecy, the little Venice of the Alps, Chamonix, the mountaineering capital or Aix-les-Bains, a favourite of Queen Victoria are well worth a visit.

Local entertainment

All the local tourist offices work out hard to offer a daily programme of entertainment during July and August. Activities organised include nature walks, arts and craft workshops for the whole family, folk dancing, wine tasting, wild Marmotte spotting, outdoor games, boules tournaments... Check the daily programme at the local tourist office.

Food & Drink

France is long time favourite for all food and wine lovers. The whole Rhone-Alps region is no exception. Gastronomical delights include dishes such as Fondue Savoyarde, Raclette, Tartiflette, and famous mountain cheeses like Tome de Savoie or Beaufort, all to be enjoyed with a local Mondeuse wine.

Local markets

Each village has its own local market. Discover delicious local cheeses, charcuterie, Alpine honey, homemade jams, fresh local fruits and vegetables, arts and craft.

Tour de France

The famous Tour de France will be in the Alps again between 11th -14th July 2010 near to some of our resorts. See the Tour de France Section.

·  For Water Activities, click here 

·  For Golf, click here  

·  For Mountain Activities, click here

·  For Kids Activities, click here

  Rhone Alpes Tourist Office