Rhone Alps, a french region, is ideally nestled on the eastern part of the country. Named after the snow draped Alps mountain ranges and glistening Rhone River, it is bordered by Franche-Comte and Burgundy in the north, Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence-Cote

d'Azur in the south, and Auvergne in the west. This French region offers a wide variety of tourist attractions and remains one of the most frequented holiday retreats in the world. Not only does the region known for its outstanding natural beauty but also for its rich historic heritage, great wining and dinning, fabulous shopping and of course its wonderful Rhone Alps vacation rentals and homes , which have become a preferable lodging amongst vacationers with varied budgets and choices.

Rhone Alps is home to four national parks, Mont Blanc peak, fields of lavender, and Masif Central. You can enjoy all kinds of thrilling outdoor sports while staying at one of the Rhone Alps vacation homes, which will provide you an easy access to misty hills, rolling meadows, lush green forests, shimmering water bodies, and stunning vineyards. Go hiking trekking or plunge in to the clean and clear waters of the lake, every form of sport is readily available. With over 60 excellent golf courses, Rhone Alps is second most important golfing regions in France. Apart from this, it also has the largest ski area in the world and has hosted the Winter Olympics three times. Adventure lovers can also book their accommodation in La Clusaz home rentals or Doussard cottages.

Steeped in history and culture, Rhone Alps has traits of of Gallo-Roman remains and Romanesque art. Reserve one of the Lyon house rentals in the capital city of Lyon, which boasts some of the major tourist attractions of the region. The 19th century Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica right on the top of the Fourviere Hill has a stunning interior. Other historically significant places of interest include Grenoble, Chambery, and Saint Etienne. You can get a rejuvenating massage at the Les Thermes de Saint Gervais Les Bains while staying at a Saint Gervais les Bains villa rental . Besides, the sight of one of the biggest lakes of France, Lac d’Annecy is truly a feast for eyes.

Food and wine connoisseurs will be spoilt by an array of local specialties available to taste along with a Beaujolais or a Cote du Rhone, as well as the incredible number of restaurants in the region. Do not miss to sample out the lip smacking Bresse chicken, home made cheeses, and irresistible chocolates and ice creams. If shopping interests you more than anything else, you will be extremely delighted to stay at one of the Rhone Alps vacation rental in Lyon that has a horde of shops selling antique shops selling antique furniture, fashionable clothes, art and crafts, etc. It will be worthy affair holidaying in Rhone Alps during its annual fairs and festivals. Some of the most popular events include Ambronay Festival, Light Festival, and Beaujolais Nouveau Festival. This is the time when you get to come in close quarter with the local culture and tradition.