<p> VALENCE Valence may be reached by air (Grenoble,Clermont-Ferrand or St.Etienne airport) or by high speed train (London, Paris, Valence in 7 hours approx.). </p><p>Übersetzen / Traduisent </p><p>Biberach and Valence Ramblers </p><p> share a walking holiday</p><p>Kiosque Penet </p><p>Festival of Light</p><p>Valence’s first inhabitant was certainly a Roman Legionnaire, but ever since that time the city has continued to be a melting pot for many cosmopolitan trends from all over the world; Motorways, the railway, the Rhône river and an cultural influences which are still part of today's international airport are all within easy reach of life with the busy flow of traffic up and down the the town, which is also located in the heart of two Rhône Valley: Europe's most important route for regions, the Drôme and the Ardèche whose landscapes have been described as a " miniature communications: a very happy state of affairs forFrance”. Valence which benefits from being a crossroads for so many nations all year round. That is just to name only some of the town's assets. A newly flourishing university, urban Located midway between the north pole and the construction under renovation, advance equator, halfway between Paris and the technology industries, cultural centres, up and Mediterranean coast, with the Alps nearby, coming artists and athletes, inspired " cuisine"; Valence enjoys an exceptional position. Valence is cutting out a place for itself in today's France. Visitors will have a chance to discover All of which has gone into making Valence a some of the " treasures" in the old city as well as more and more dynamic centre of activity. the more recent ones. Visit the ornamental 19th century façades on the boulevards, or take a stroll along the shady green canals. Whatever you do, you will enjoy Valence. </p><p>Winter Kiosque 40th Anniversary Celebrations</p><p>Châteaux d'Eaux </p><p>Parc Jouvet</p><p>Grottes de Chorance Valence Festival at night Needles </p><p>Ardèche Bar Crystal - Rene Gau </p><p> and friends</p><p>Festival of the Canals </p><p>Twinning Market</p><p>Cascade Gournier </p><p>French Course Nov 07 - Restaurant des Payres at Crussol Village de Marches - foie gras</p><p>Aerial View of Valence</p><p>Côte du Rhône Port de l'Epervière Colonne</p><p>Vineyard </p><p>The Rhône from </p><p>Jaboulet Vineyard Drôme</p>