Opening - September 2019 - La Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie in Lyon Lyon considered the world capital of gastronomy will see the opening of the Cité Internationale de la gastronomie in 2019. This unique place will showcase the pleasures of the table, health, wellbeing and lifestyle at the heart of the Grand Hôtel-Dieu, which is currently being totally renovated. La Cité de la Gastronomie de Lyon will offer visitors a 3600 m² space, set out like a “trail of taste” that is both educational and interactive. A permanent exhibition will highlight the history of food throughout the world, wellbeing and how to eat well. This will be complemented by temporary exhibitions on the subject of a specific product or country. Visits will be marked by sensory experiences (touch, taste and feel the products) and there will also be a demonstration space for professionals (chefs, pastry makers, cheese makers, butchers, wine producers…).
The volcanoes of Auvergne, recognized by UNESCO in July 2018 The Auvergne Regional Volcanoes Nature Park is a natural treasure trove unique in Europe. The Chaîne des Puys - Limagne fault Tectonic Arena has been recognized by UNESCO as an exceptional geological site, in July 2018. The Puy de Dôme, the most famous of these dormant giants, officially a “Grand site de France®”, rises to 1465 m, offering an unrivaled panorama of the 80 volcanoes in the Chaîne des Puys. It is accessible both winter and summer on “Le Panoramique des Dômes” cog railway.
