Musée des Confluences in Lyon between the Rhône and Saône rivers
In February 2016, the Musée des Confluences passed the million visitor mark, one year after its opening in the heart of Greater Lyon.
The Rhône’s tributaries, the rivers that feed the river from the Alps to the Mediterranean
The journey along the river continues: let’s explore together the main tributaries of the Rhône with their unique characteristics, as well as their ecological, historical and geographical importance. From the Swiss Alps to the Mediterranean, travel from the Vispa to the Durance to discover the rivers along the way.
Maps of river tourism on the Rhône: waterways, ports and practical information
From canoe to barge to sailboat, the map of river tourism on the Rhône is a must for all river travellers. To make your journey easier, here is a selection of links and applications to help you organise your navigation on France’s most powerful waterway.
On the roof of France, the fascinating tripoint of the Loire, Rhône and Garonne rivers
On the edge of the Lozère Cévennes, perched on the foothills of the Coste, lies an invisible crossroads where water hesitates between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, a unique place where raindrops choose the Rhône, the Garonne or the Loire. Let’s set off together to discover the Laubert hydrographic tripoint, that secret point where geography…
The Montréjeau–Luchon railway line: reopening of the line in Haute-Garonne and the Pyrenees!
After more than a decade of suspension, the rail link between Montréjeau and Luchon is resuming service. This reopening, which was officially announced on 22 June 2025, marks an important milestone for transport in Haute-Garonne and Hautes-Pyrénées. It breathes new life into a vital route for residents, visitors and the local economy. Find out more…
By train via the Furka pass and tunnel (Switzerland)
How about a double rail adventure through the Swiss mountains? The Furka pass and base tunnel are the ideal place for this expedition!
The EuroVelo network in France: Green routes to discover the regions
Discover the French regions by bike! Zoom in on the EuroVelo network, the essential cycle routes that criss-cross the landscapes, towns and villages of France’s regions.
ViaRhona bike guide: Guide du Routard, Bikeline and other take-away books
From Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean, the ViaRhôna takes you by bike or on foot along the greenway of the Rhône valley. Here is a selection of cycle guides for your next trip along the Rhône.
National plan for cycle routes and greenways in France
France has a number of greenways and cycle routes that allow cyclists, hikers and other soft means of transport to explore the diversity of our regions.