The Givors canal, between the Rhône and Loire rivers
The Canal des Deux Mers, also known as the Givors Canal, is the vestige of an epic river link between France’s two largest rivers, the Loire and the Rhône. A look back at this work of art, which combines a challenge to nature with economic ambition.
The French Haut-Rhône nature reserve
Created in 2013, the French Haut-Rhône nature reserve is located on the upper alluvial plain of the River Rhône. Presentation and map of this exceptional site on the heights of the Rhône River in France, between the departments of Ain, Isère and Savoie.
Rhônergia project, the next hydroelectric dam on the Rhône?
Between the departments of Isère and Ain, the Rhônergia project of the Compagnie Nationale du Rhône (CNR) aims to create a new dam with a hydroelectric power station on the river between Lyon and the Upper Rhône. Issues, presentation and opposition to Rhônergia.
The port of l’Épervière: yachting and leisure activities on the Rhône river
Located in the heart of the Drôme, the port of l’Épervière is a haven of peace for yachtsmen and water sports enthusiasts. Bordered by the majestic Rhône River, this river port offers a full range of facilities and services to make your stay a pleasant one.
A Geography of the Bridges over the Rhône by Abel Chatelain
A closer look at a study in human geography: ‘The Bridges of the Rhône’ by Abel Chatelain, or how to discoverthe history and development of river crossings on the Rhône over time.
The East Lyon Community of Communes (CCEL)
The Communauté de communes de l’Est lyonnais (CCEL ) is an inter-municipal body comprising 8 communes covering an area of 141 km2 with a population of around 41,700.
Vienne, an ancient city on the banks of the Rhône river
Vienne is a commune in the Isère department, occupying a privileged position along the Rhône river.
CNR, the Compagnie Nationale du Rhône in France
Ever heard of the CNR or Compagnie Nationale du Rhône in France?The CNR is an entrepreneurial venture of general interest that began to mature in people’s minds in the 19th century, with the desire to develop the Rhône river for navigation,irrigation andelectricity production.
Vaporetto, the river shuttle on the Saône in Lyon
The Vaporetto is a river shuttle, managed by the Yachts of Lyon, which runs on the main tributary of the Rhône River, the Saône.