More than a spectacular encyclopedic reference to the fascinating history, art and architecture of the French Alps, this guide also offers invaluable up-to-date practical information. • 10 detailed itineraries, offering the most comprehensive coverage of the two départements of Savoie and Haute-Savoie: Chambéry, the gateway to the Alps; Aix-Les-Bains and the Lac du Bourget; the Massif des Bauges and the Albanais; Annecy; the Chaîne des Aravis; The Genevois; Lake Geneva and the Chablais; the Vallée du Giffre and the Faucigny; the Pays du Mont-Blanc; the Tarantaise and the Maurienne. • Extensive coverage of the French Alps' culture, history, lifestyle, literature, religion, language,-cooking and of course their natural history. With special inserts on the mountains, nature reserves, winter sports, snow and avalanches. • Comprehensive listings of ski resorts and their facilities. • Entertainment, sights and places of interest, including walks, fishing, swimming, canoeing, white-water rafting, climbing and caving... • Comprehensive hotel and restaurant listings. • Over 2,000 specially commissioned illustrations including 3D architectural drawings.
