Want to turn a winter weekend into a nature getaway? Snowshoe rental in Lyon is the ideal gateway to the snow in the blink of an eye. As soon as temperatures drop, simply pick up your equipment and set your sights on nearby massifs: Monts du Lyonnais during a fine white spell, Pilat (Croix de Chaubouret, Crêt de la Perdrix) around 1 h away, Retord plateau and Bugey 1 h 30 away, Vercors or Chartreuse 1 h 30-2 h away for more regular snow. When Lyon is foggy, the sun often shines above 1,000 m: perfect for snowshoeing on cold, light snow.

To get the most out of your snowshoe rental in Lyon, choose mornings after a recent fall or a nice night-time refreeze; the snow wears better and the panoramas open up to the Alps. December to March is the most reliable period, with some nice slots after cold snaps. When you're there, opt for marked itineraries, often in forests and then on ridges, to alternate between peace and unobstructed views.