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The city of LyonPlaces to visit in Lyon The city of Lyon is located in the Rhône-Alpes région of France. Where the two rivers, the Rhône and Saône join to the south of the city centre. The city is at the centre of a busy motorway network. The A6 motorway to Paris or in the other direction you can go to Marseille and Spain. Or the A42 across the Alps to Italy.
Cathédrale Saint-Jean  In the photo you can see the Cathédrale Saint-Jean which was started in the twelfth century on the ruins of an even older church. The city also has several museum worth visiting. You can take a boat trip down the Saône river to Barbe Island.There are also night cruises where you can have dinner on board the boat.
Lyon has one of largest traffic free shopping areas in Europe you will find all the leading stores here. Visit the 19th century glass roofed old world shopping centre at Passage de l’Argue. If you are looking for upmarket designer shops try the Carré d’Or district. The city has over 600 antique shops, in the Rue Auguste Comte district you will find most of them. There is also the canal flea market with second hand books and car boot type stalls.
Lyon street market  Hotels in LyonLyon has a wide choice of hotels if you want to stay for a few days in this interesting city try one of these. You can Hotel Metropole
Placed outside of the city center and within the 4th arrondissement, the Hotel Lyon Metropole & Spa offers visitors a convenient location from which to base a visit or exploration of the city. It is just minutes from the Park de la Tete d?Or, the old town and even the Presqu?ile area too. It is a region known for having a village feel and is an appropriate locale for this spa-like hotel. The Hotel Lyon Metropole & Spa is located at 85, quai Joseph Gillet, and is 15 miles from the Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport. Each of the 118 rooms in the Hotel Lyon Metropole & Spa is equipped with satellite TV, luxury linens and toiletries, hair dryer, climate controls, high-speed Internet access, minibar with beverage station, in-room movies, and personal safes. Lyon house  A view over the rooftops
The river at Lyon
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Try a camping holiday in France there are campsites all over France.
You can stay in a tent or a caravan
Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris
Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district. A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris. From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.
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Each cottage has small outdoor terrace and well equipped kitchens each with microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One bedroom cottage with small outdoor terrace. Ground floor with open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, microwave oven, fridge/freezer
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This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away. Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.
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Cottage to rent Columbiers-du-Plessis, in the Loire Valley
The farmhouse and cottages of La Returais are part of what used to be a working hamlet in the 16-1700?s. This beautifully restored farm hamlet retains plenty of the original rustic charm with its old oak beams and huge stone fireplaces.
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In the heart of the charming seaside resort of Dinard, the Hotel De La Vallee is a cosy seafront hotel offering comfortable accommodation and a unique view of the Channel. Guest rooms are equipped with en suite facilities and present cosy and elegant spaces. Some have a balcony and others offer an unrestricted view of the sea.
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The Anthéus hotel is an a typical hotel located in Saint Malo, in the heart of Bretagne region. It combines the richness of this region's history with the comfort of modern facilities. It is a hight quality hotel which offers a pleasant welcome, a warm ambiance, and an impeccable service. Hotel Duret Paris
The Hotel Duret is ideally located between Place de l Étoile and Porte Maillot, just a few steps away from the Champs Élysées and the Palais de Congrès, in one of the most prestigious areas of Paris. The property is placed in a typical, calm Parisian street, and offers an elegant yet intimate atmosphere, a heaven of quietness and pleasure. 
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Inter Hotel Les Grandes Tours DinanOffering amicable atmosphere and homely service, the Inter Hotel Les Grandes Tours Dinan caters to the needs of discerning travellers. Ideally located in the historical centre of Dinan, this property is close to the castle of Duchess Anne and Saint-Louis Gate. This hotel offers 34 beautifully appointed accommodation units that are meticulously embellished with all the standard amenities Inter Hotel Les Grandes Tours DinanLes Alizes Hotel Dinard
With its central location, Hotel Les Alizes is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in Dinard. The Hotel Les Alizes boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service.Each guestroom is tastefully appointed with Non Smoking Rooms, Daily Newspaper, Desk, Hair Dryer, Television , Shower, Satellite/Cable TV. Les Alizes Hotel Dinard
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It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez
Grand Hotel des TerreauxLyon
A convenient location in the city center area makes the Grand Hotel Des Terreaux Lyon a wise choice for many different types of visitors to the region. It is very close to many of the historic sites including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Vieux Lyon (St. Jean’s Cathedral), the Place Bellecour, and the Ampere Victor Hugo. It is also in a good spot in the Presqu’ile district for those who want to take in the many restaurants, shops and cultural venues in this area too Subscribe To This Site     
Normandy Hotels
The Normandy Barriere is a 4 star hotel with 291 rooms and suites in a charming half timbered house with green criss crossing beams and pinnacles, facing the sea and right in the centre of town. A covered walkway connects to the casino. Enjoy dinner andbrunch with music at La Belle Epoque restaurant, which also features theme nights and a veranda opening out onto the Normandy courtyard. The hotel also features a bar, piano lounge, tearoom, and a fitness centre with steam bath, sauna and indoor pool. Find the lowest prices on Hotels in Deauville here
Hotels in the Honfleur areaHotel Auberge De La Claire Honfleur
Discover all that Honfleur has to offer with Auberge De La Claire Hotel as a base. All hotel's guestrooms have all the conveniences expected in a hotel in its class to suit guests' utmost comforts. Room amenities include non smoking rooms, television, shower. Services and amenities available for guests at this Honfleur accommodation consist of bar/pub, restaurant, disabled facilities, business center, pets allowed |
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This delightful complex is made up of 52 recently built comfortable terraced cottages with communal pool and green spaces. The pool has both indoor and outdoor areas as well as free access to jacuzzi and hamman. Laundry on site.
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