Rhone-Alpes
2nd Edition
Will be published approx. on 31. May 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
416 pages
978-1-86011-357-4 (ISBN)
Description
This work guides you from the spectacular mountain scenery of the Alps to the tranquil beauty of the Rhone Valley. It explores the towns of Grenoble, Lyon and Montelimar; discusses the history, art and architecture of the region; reveals the best places to ski and snowboard; and picks out the most charming chalets in which to stay, the best places to indulge in some gourmet cuisine and the most relaxing spas in which to unwind.
Reviews / Votes
"'Prestigious publisher Cadogan and perceptive travel writer Philippe Barbour have together at last done justice to Rhone-Alpes' - Daily Mail"More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
IMM Lifestyle Books
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
col. Illustrations, col. maps
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 140 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-86011-357-4 (9781860113574)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Person
Philippe Barbour Domicile London/Brittany Philippe Barbour is half-Breton and half-British, and has written extensively about France, including some of Cadogan's most successful France titles.
Content
(1) Photo essay; (2) Introduction; (3) History; (4) Art and Architecture; (5) Topics; (6) Travel; (7) Practical A-Z; (8) Lyon; (9) From Saone to Loire; (10) Straight down the Rhone; (11) West of the Rhone; (12) East of the Rhone; (13) From Saone to Upper Rhone; (14) The Alps of Savoy and the Dauphine in Summer; (15) The Alps of Savoy and the Dauphine in Winter; (16) Reference; (17) Colour Touring Atlas.