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Creative at heart, Saint-Étienne has transformed from an Industrial Revolution hub into a chic city known for fascinating art museums, on-trend boutiques, and a flourishing food and wine scene. Visit relics from the past like Musée de la Mine (Mining Museum) or soak up the city's newfound persona at contemporary attractions like Musée d’Art Moderne et Contemporain (Museum of Modern Art). Venture beyond the city limits and you'll find a treasure trove of scenic parks and postcard-perfect villages just waiting to be discovered.

Planning a getaway to the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region? Book an RV in Saint-Étienne and you'll have the freedom to explore the city or escape to the countryside. Saint-Étienne RV rentals by owner are one of the best ways to tour the region, which cradles the buzzing city of Lyon, the fêted alpine resort of Chamonix, and the impossibly atmospheric lakeside town of Annecy.

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The Great Outdoors

RV rentals in Saint-Étienne make it easy to discover this picturesque pocket of France at your own pace. A stone's throw from the city, Parc Naturel Régional du Pilat (Pilat Regional Natural Park) offers a glimpse of rural Saint-Etienne. It stretches 650 square kilometers (250 square miles) between Lyon and St-Étienne and boasts some of the best countryside walks in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

The park is a seventh heaven for ramblers and is crisscrossed with scenic trails that wind past character-soaked villages. Along the way, you'll be treated to breathtaking views over the Rhône Valley. Consider starting your walk in Le Bessat, a charming village that offers easy access to some of the best trails. Don't forget to pick up baguettes, cheese, chocolate, honey, and other picnic supplies before you set off.

Within Pilat Regional Natural Park, the former monastery of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez is considered one of the most beautiful rural villages in France. Behind the 13th-century fortified walls, you'll find flagstone streets lined with ancient stone houses. Don't leave without picking up a bottle of Chartreuse, the famous liqueur produced by the Carthusian fathers.

Camping in Saint-Étienne

Travel trailer rentals in Saint-Étienne offer a unique chance to sleep under the stars in rural France. Set in the heart of Parc Naturel Régional du Pilat, Camping Les Régnières promises 40 spacious sites equipped with electric and water hookups and a serene setting in the French countryside. After a day of sightseeing, you'll love rinsing off in the hot showers or cooling off in the lake. The on-site store sells freshly baked bread, cheese, and other staples.

Aire Naturelle de Camping Les Cerisiers, or "The Cherry" in English, is another popular campground located within Parc Naturel Régional du Pilat. Some sites boast breathtaking views of the Alps, while others treat campers to a secluded woodland setting. Amenities include electric hookups, laundry facilities, and hot showers. Browse luxury RV rentals in Saint-Étienne and enjoy access to your own private onboard facilities.

A favorite with families, Camping Naturist La Robertanne features 60 grassy sites, as well as recreational facilities like a swimming pool, volleyball courts, ping-pong, and badminton nets. The campground champions a clothes-free policy, which makes it great for sun worshipers. Sip locally made fruit wine in your birthday suit or throw on some clothes and stroll to one of the nearby restaurants for authentic French cuisine.

Exploring the City

Creativity is a driving force in Saint-Étienne, with the city designated as a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. In the heart of the city, Musée d’Art Moderne et Contemporain is one of the largest modern art museums in France and showcases a bounty of 20th-century and contemporary works. Cité du Design (City of Design) is another creativity-driven attraction, housed in a striking glass and steel building and showcasing dynamic exhibits spotlighting art and design.

Guided tours of Musée de la Mine take you behind the scenes of an industrial mining site that once fueled the Saint-Étienne economy. After checking out the power rooms, you'll descend into the subterranean pit via a high-speed elevator. Kids and adults alike love the cart ride on the old railway track. Families make a beeline for Espace Zoologique (Zoological Space) de Saint-Martin-la-Plaine, a family-friendly wildlife park that gets you up close with big cats, primates, and other exotic species. Wondering how to get around? With a Saint-Étienne RV rental, you can swap taxis and public transport for the luxury of your own home on wheels. For more choice, consider renting a camper in Marseille and traveling north to Saint-Étienne.

Saint-Étienne has a long history of chocolate making and treats sweet tooths to some of the best artisan candy in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Don't leave without sampling beautifully made chocolates from Weiss, one of the most iconic French chocolatiers in the world. Football fans will jump at the chance to cheer on AS Saint-Étienne at Stade Geoffroy Guichard, an enormous stadium known as "The Cauldron" by locals.

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