By Eva Bourgin
Known for its great diversity, the Rhône department is a land rich in history and traditions. Endowed with a very diversified architectural heritage, this territory presents a variety of treasures such as the Beaujolais Country surrounded by its villages, Saint Romain La gal and its 2000 years of Roman history or the many vineyards to discover with family or friends . Here is a quality selection for guaranteed happy memories.
Geocaching in the Monts Lyonnais
In the heart of the Monts Lyonnais, an adventure full of surprises awaits the bravest. Through a mobile application, the adventurers choose a track between the 13 routes (downloadable in PDF from the site) and travel the Mountains in search of fictitious characters also called gnolus. These routes differ according to the duration, the difference in level and the theme, each of which offers a series of cultural questions. The final objective is to win a code to flush out his wanted enemies … to your phones!
Géocaching
> More information on: https://lesgnolus.fr/
The challenges on the water on Lac des Sapins
A new adventure awaits those who love challenges on the lake, whose biological bathing area is the largest in Europe. With the help of a pedal boat, paddle or kayak, visitors once again put themselves in the shoes of adventurers and go in search of hidden treasures on Lac des Sapins. They can choose one of the two routes (40 minutes or 1 hour), and thus collect as many coins as possible in order to obtain the best score. A challenge for everyone, immersed in the heart of Beaujolais nature.
Water challenges
Sapins Lake – On The Water
69550 Cublize
Free
04 74 89 58 03
> More information on: https://www.beaujolaisvert.com
Friendly Move & Rhôna sports session in Saint Cyr
The new “Move & Rhôna” program combines pleasures, sport and well-being. Intended for everyone, participants can thus discover physical and progressive activities for a gentle awakening. In a friendly atmosphere, they can then taste different activities such as body awareness, joint mobility, yoga or back strengthening. Unique sessions supervised by the coach Samir Labidi of which he graduated in sports health well-being.
Move & Rhôna
Every Wednesday until 1is September
9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Free, reservation recommended.
White House – Via Rhôna
811 Route Nationale 86 – 69560 Saint-Cyr-sur-le-Rhône
04 74 53 70 10
> More information on: Move & Rhôna – Vienne Condrieu Tourisme (vienne-condrieu.com)
New local geopark adventures in Beaujolais
At the heart of the UNESCO Beaujolais Global Geopark, the landscapes have a memory and sometimes go back millions of years. Through a new guide, visitors can thus discover the many treasures that this cultural territory covers. Natural spaces, hiking trails, meetings with local producers and artisans… curious people can choose between the 15 trails on offer, each of which leads to a geological discovery (to find on the guide, on the site or to listen to a podcast).
The new picnic in the heart of the Beaujolais vineyards
After tasting local wines, gourmets can now enjoy country picnics in the heart of the Beaujolais vineyards. They can choose between a “simplicity” formula including drinks (wine, juice or water), a “conviviality” formula which offers local products (terrine, sausage, cheese, fruit, etc.). bread) and drinks to accompany. Finally, they can choose the last “elegance” formula, the picnic of which is concocted by a local chef (appetizers, starter, main course and dessert), always accompanied by drinks. A cultural and tasty treat with family or friends!
Picnic in the heart of the vineyards
June to October
Noon at 11 a.m. and in the evening at 6 p.m.
Prices : Simplicity formula: € 15 / adult, € 3 / child (-10 years old)
Conviviality formula: 25 € / adult, 13 € / child (-10 years old)
Elegance formula: from 45 € / person up to 55 € / person
> More information: https://www.destination-beaujolais.com
Privileged visits to the Beaujolais estates
Immersion in the heart of the 20 prestigious Beaujolais estates. Welcomed by the winegrowers, visitors can then taste three wines accompanied by sausage or local cheeses. From the cellar to the typical château, each visit promises an immersive experience lasting an hour, guided and advised by wine enthusiasts. Labeled by Vignobles & Découvertes, it issues a reward to these estates for the quality of the reception at the cellar. These visits welcome a maximum of 9 people, respecting the instructions and barrier gestures… for a unique and privileged moment!
June to October
At 11 a.m. and at 5 p.m.
Price per visit: 12 € / person
> More information on: https://www.destination-beaujolais.com
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