Lyon Sport & Leisure

Information on the beaches of France, including water quality, beach safety, access for people with disabilities and the risks related to swimming.

The clocks change twice a year moving from winter (standard) time to summer time and back. Find out when, and how France's time relates to the rest of the world.

Information on fishing, angling and the permits required for the fresh water rivers, lakes and dams of Rhone, Loire, Drome and the Ardeche. Information includes contacts for local fishing associations.

Information for the golfer on golfing in Lyon and the Rhone Valley: the Golf Federation, the requirements to play (the handicap system, medical certificates) with information on who to contact locally.

Information on hunting in France and the departments of Rhone, Loire, Drome and Ardeche: permits, the season, restricted areas.

Information overview of skiing in the region, the rules of the ski slopes, the meaning of the grades and details on the facilities for Alpine skiers, snowboarders, cross-country skiers and other snow sport enthusiasts.

The place to talk about the world of sports, games, exercise and leisure activities.

The latest sports news from around the world, courtesy of The AngloINFO Newsroom - from cricket and (various kinds of) football to motor racing and athletics.

Information on the facilities in Lyon, Loire, Drome and the Ardeche for outdoors activities: walks, hikes, cycling and watersports activities in the area.

This international cycle race takes place each year in France, over three weeks in July. Find out more about the race and its history, how the teams work and the meaning of the various jerseys (yellow, white, polka dot) and the route map for this year.