It's hot ! Take cool breaks near Lyon

For your refreshing breaks near Lyon, find our ideas for outings and activities to enjoy your holidays in complete peace of mind. Shaded walks, covered terraces, glaciers, by the water or in the forests. The great Air of Northern Ardèche allows you to breathe. Whether for cool outings around Annonay, visits sheltered from the sun on the heights of Lalouvesc or breaks in the Cance or Ay valleys: let yourself be seduced by a breath of fresh air one hour from Lyon.

Feet in the water or just on the edge near Lyon

Take the time to refresh yourself! wander along the streams, have a picnic at the edge of the lake of Meinettes. Take a walk in Serrière on the banks of the Rhône or near Lake Ternay. Northern Ardèche is perfect for enjoyinga cool spot. Find our freshness advice around water.

Around the water

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Shaded or high-altitude walks 1 hour from Lyon

Need fresh air? Find here our nature outing ideas in the shade. At altitude or in the shade of tall trees. Nothing better to recover from a hot day. We would almost fall asleep at the foot of a tree... good living in Ardèche !

Fresh visits near Lyon

Is the sun beating down in Northern Ardèche this afternoon? How about a cold visit in one of our museums or historic sites.

The old Ardèche buildings with thick stone walls retain a healthy temperature for real cool breaks near Lyon. Let yourself be guided or simply come and stroll away from the heat. Lalouvesc basilica, museums, exhibitions, churches! Stock up on ideas for your indoor visits.

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Have a drink or an ice cream on the terrace

The best cool breaks near Lyon is to treat yourself to a frozen and sweet moment ! Our ice cream makers and professionals will know how to take care of your taste buds. Verbena, chestnut, raspberry… Ardèche flavors and artisanal ice cream are our summer favorites to avoid succumbing to the big heat stroke!

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