Rhone Alps – (Ain, Ardèche, Drôme, Haute-Savoie,
Isère, Loire, Rhône, Savoie)
The Rhone Alps region of France has 8 different departments, consisting
of the Ain, Ardèche, Drôme, Haute-Savoie,
Isère, Loire, Rhône and the Savoie.
Weather: The highlands of the Alps have long, cold winters and warm summers
with strong sun, due to the altitude. Further south of the region, the summers
are slightly hotter and longer. Generally, though, the weather can be very
variable.
The Region: Rhone-Alps only became established as a region in 1980. It borders
Switzerland and Italy, and is the meeting point of north, south, east and
west, encompassing incredible Alpine mountain ranges, deep valleys, forests,
lakes, rolling fields and gentle, vine-covered hills.
As a result of all the different landscapes and cultural influences, the
region has a lot to offer. Spectacular scenery, winter sports, water sports,
spa towns, wine tasting, walking and sight-seeing.
Mont-Blanc is in Haute-Savoie, and is the highest mountain in Europe (4807m).
All around it are snowy peaks and the colourful parachutes of para-ponters,
who leap of the mountains and glide down into the valleys. Another activity
to try...
The capital of the Rhone Alps region is Lyon - a large, gallo-roman city
with lots going on, and plenty of interesting history and impressive architecture.
Cathedrals, the December music festival, museums and the nightlife are some
attractions of the city, but there are also lots of beautiful medieval towns
to visit in this region.
Gastronomy: In the mountain areas, such as Savoie, fondue, raclette and
tartiflette are the most famous local recipes. There are many more, but they
do carry on the general theme, and tend to be bolstering and tasty mountain
dishes, based around local cheeses (emmental, beaufort), potatoes, onions,
garlic, cabbage and bacon/ pork. Savoie wine is generally white, robust and
clean, which compliments the rich food perfectly.
Then, in complete contrast, there are truffles, olive oil and garlic from
Drome and the southern lowlands, while Beaujolais wine comes from the north,
and Côtes du Rhone from the south. For the sweeter tooth, nougat and
chocolates have a tradition here, too.
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French Property of the month
Very special French property, built before the 14th century, in a small hamlet
near Cubjac. Approx 2700m2 of land, including a productive vegetable garden,
stone barbecue, stone well (water tank), 2 terraces and a meadow. The garden
is full of charm, with low stone walls here and there, and lots of mature
trees. The house is full of original features, exposed stonework and beams,
and has light, airy rooms.
Location:
This property is in a tiny, stone-built, hill-top hamlet, with spectacular
views over the verdant valley. Brouchaud is 1km away, and has a post office,
and the beautiful village of Cubjac is 6km down the road. Cubjac has a weekly
market, bakers, bars, shops, doctors, a school and various other conveniences.
Périgueux is 20 minutes' drive west.
Accommodation:
2 bedroom, a bathroom, kitchen and lounge, plus plenty of space which could
be converted. See 'special features' for details
Price: € 220000.00 ( £ 150920.00 )
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