Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a region in France created by the territorial reform
of the French Regions in 2015. It results from the merger of Auvergne and
Rhône-Alpes. The new region came into being on 1
January 2016, after the regional elections in December 2015.
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes covers an area of more than 69,711 km² making it the third
largest in metropolitan France. Nowadays, with a population of 7,695,264, the
region is only second to Île-de-France. We will see in the next paragraphs what
makes you want to live in this region.
Firstly, inhabitants from the region appreciate the local food. For
example in Auvergne you can find some delicious dishes such as “aligot,” “potée
auvergnate,” “tripoux,” whereas in Rhône-Alpes you can find “gratin dauphinoise,”
“ravioles,” “bugnes.” There are also different types of mouth-watering cheese
that are very famous in France and in other countries (Saint-Nectaire, Cantal,
Bleu d'Auvergne, Reblochon, Tomme, Vacherin). In addition, Lyon is known as the
culinary capital of France and is famous for its “bouchons” (a particular type
of restaurant specific to Lyon) and its 3 stars Michelin-rated “Auberge du Pont
de Collonges”, otherwise known as Paul Bocuse’s restaurant. So
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a great culinary region known for its different
varieties of food but is also popular for wine. We can mention the Côte-Rôtie, a
Syrah wine considered perhaps the finest of the Rhône Valley.
Secondly, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is also well-known for its nature. With
80% of its territory in the mountains, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is the largest
mountainous region in Europe. The central part of the regional territory is
marked by mountain massifs of low altitude with the “Monts du Lyonnais,” “Monts
de la Madeleine,” “Monts du Livradois-Forez.” To the east,
the region extends over the Alps, with its high mountains dominating deep
accessible valleys that allow traffic, especially towards the east. The
Mont-Blanc, peaks at 4,809 m, the roof of Western Europe. Furthermore, large
lakes are present mainly in the east. The “Chaîne des Puys” is dotted with
small lakes like the “Chambon” and “Pavin”. Last but not least, hundreds of forests
are good for hunting, biking or hiking.
Next, various amusement parks also make the region attractive. In fact,
we find diversified activities for both winter and summer. For example,
“Vulcania” and “Le Pal” are visited during summer time whereas during winter ski
resorts play an important role. Ski resorts like Super-Besse or Tignes are well
known.
In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region everybody can live his passion. There
is the possibility of watching high-level sports games, with “Olympique de
Lyonnais” and “AS St-Etienne” for football and “ASM Clermont Auvergne” for
rugby. Indeed, these teams contribute to the pride of their region. They unite
the region and fans of these teams. So the question of living or not in the
region is obvious for these fans: they absolutely want to live near their
favourite team.
Malakoff Médéric has just published a study which shows that 91% of
employees in the region think it is good to live in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. 77%
of them believe that their region is dynamic from an economic point of view,
compared to 68% at the national level. These studies show a good quality of
life in the region and the attractiveness of the region. A large number of factors
explain these results. First of all, the region possesses cheap accommodation (compared
to Paris!). Another is the living environment for students which is deemed
excellent (Grenoble 1st student city, Lyon 4th, Clermont-Ferrand 12th).
According to Laurent Wauquiez: "We are one of the most powerful regions in
the world as regards higher education and research. Let us be proud of it, it
is one of the trump cards of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes”. The last point concerns
transport. Every day, 154,000 passengers travel with the TER on nearly 1,630
trains, 420 buses and use 366 stations. These regional public transport routes
are an essential link in serving the entire region. Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand
also have international airports and Lyon has a high speed train which connects
it to Paris in about two hours.
Another reason for wanting to live in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region is
its highly diverse industry: from manufacturing companies like Michelin or
pharmaceutical companies like Solvay, to companies in the service sector
focusing on for example digital services or advertising. This variety makes us
confident in finding a job.
In conclusion, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is an attractive and dynamic region.
It allows many people to find a positive work-life balance. The region offers
advantages for people of all ages. As far as we are concerned, we clearly do
see our future in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
What an interesting article! It really makes you want to settle in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. You show all the advantages we have in our region. Perhaps you should have given your own point of view. Indeed you only give a list of things without your opinion about all this.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, your essay really transcribe the feelings of the AURA inhabitants. We all appreciate the food, the mountains, the lakes...
ReplyDeleteBut I think you should have more express your own opinion : sometimes, we just see a list of the AURA advantages.
A very good article for a good understanding of the subject. But much informations at the same time that tend to lose the reader and the subject is much centered on the beauty of the two regions and not on their common evolution. You only give a list of informations that the reader could look by himself what makes the article public and not personal. Aside from that, this article is interesting and brings a lot.
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