Albertville is a town located at the foot of the French Alps, most famous for hosting the 1992 Winter Olympics. For those in search of an adrenaline fuelled trip, Albertville has a lot to offer. Situated at the intersection of four valleys, the area is perfect for winter sports, as well as mountain biking during the summer months. Hiring a car from Albertville will open up both the Rhône region, as well as the Alps. If you are there in October, you shouldn't miss the Grand Bivouac, an annual three day festival full of exhibitions, workshops and conferences all on the theme of travel.
As it is perfectly located in the French Alps at the crossing point of four alpine valleys, Albertville is an area which is synonymous with skiing. Summer in the Rhône-Alps region is all about cycling and horse riding, making the area perfect for those looking for a little adventure from their holiday. Despite its Winter Olympic heritage, Albertville has a lot more to offer tourists. Car rental in Albertville means you can take the short journey to visit the village of Conflans and see the 17th and 18th century buildings they have. The Museum of Art is housed in the Chateau Rouge which is a beautiful medieval building.
