Saint-Etienne
(Rhone-Alpes)
Pop: 200,000
Located in south-central France in the Massif Central (area
of mountains and plateaus), Saint-Etienne historically has
been an important industrial city (i.e. arms and munitions
production).
The city labored in relative isolation for years due to
France�s under developed north-south transportation route
that was at least partially attributable to this expansive
Massif Central protuberance.
Saint-Etienne is now noteworthy for its major bicycle
manufacturing activities and has often played host to a
stage of the Tour de France.
The city's ribbons industry is also prominent and has
been since the 15th century.
Attractions in Saint-Etienne
Saint-Etienne Tramway
Mavic bicycle wheel plant
Musee de la Mine
Musee des Ponts et Chaussees
Saint-Etienne church |
