The Rhône River

Sourced from the melting snow of the Rhône Glacier at an altitude of 6,000 feet in the Swiss Alps, the Rhône River is one of the longest in Europe at 505 miles long! It begins in Switzerland and flows through France before emptying into the Mediterranean – the only major river to do so. The Rhône River meanders along the wine region of France with sprawling vineyards thriving in the Mediterranean climate – a popular destination for wine enthusiasts. The lush landscape not only produces exceptional quality wine but also a variety of fruits and vegetables, making the Rhône region renowned for its culinary scene and the city of Lyon to be considered the culinary capital of France. Rich in history, the Rhône region’s tradition of making wine dates back to the Medieval period. The 16th century established the official “Côtes du Rhône” designation on regional wines to prevent forgeries. Continuing to thrive, the Rhône valley now has over 1,800 wineries. Experience the beauty of the Rhône river valley – taste the regional flavors, learn about the wine making traditions and sample the delicious wine that makes this region so popular!