At the crossroads of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Burgundy regions, on roads linking Paris-Lyon and Bordeaux-Lyon, Roanne and its metropolitan area combine a vibrant economy with the tranquil lifestyle on the banks of the Loire. With 2000 years of history, Roanne is a cultural, elegant and festive city.
Famed for its star-rated gourmet chefs, Roanne is a city where gastronomy is considered a real way of life, notably thanks to world-famous Maison Troisgros. There are some 28 hotels (up to 5 stars) within a radius of 30 km around Roanne, providing a total of 795 rooms.
Roanne also has a vibrant economy with more than 5,000 companies in the conurbation. The economic network is based on internationally renowned brands (Carré Blanc, Devernois, Petit Baigneur, Pralus, etc.) and a dense network of SME's, with a strong focus on sustainable development and digital technology.
Key information
- Located in the centre of the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Region
- Easy access
By car
- 50 min from Lyon via the A89 motorway
- 2 hrs 45 minutes from the Alps
- 3 hrs from the Mediterranean
By train
- 3 hours from Paris
- High-speed-train line planned for 2030: 30 min from Lyon and 1 hr 20 minutes from Paris
By plane
- 1 international airport less than 1 ½ hours from Roanne
Our Venues
At the crossroads of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Burgundy regions, on roads linking Paris-Lyon and Bordeaux-Lyon, Roanne and its metropolitan area combine a vibrant economy with the tranquil lifestyle on the banks of the Loire. With 2000 years of history, Roanne is a cultural, elegant and festive city.
Famed for its star-rated gourmet chefs, Roanne is a city where gastronomy is considered a real way of life, notably thanks to world-famous Maison Troisgros. There are some 28 hotels (up to 5 stars) within a radius of 30 km around Roanne, providing a total of 795 rooms.
Roanne also has a vibrant economy with more than 5,000 companies in the conurbation. The economic network is based on internationally renowned brands (Carré Blanc, Devernois, Petit Baigneur, Pralus, etc.) and a dense network of SME's, with a strong focus on sustainable development and digital technology.
Key information
- Located in the centre of the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Region
- Easy access
By car
- 50 min from Lyon via the A89 motorway
- 2 hrs 45 minutes from the Alps
- 3 hrs from the Mediterranean
By train
- 3 hours from Paris
- High-speed-train line planned for 2030: 30 min from Lyon and 1 hr 20 minutes from Paris
By plane
- 1 international airport less than 1 ½ hours from Roanne
Our Venues
