Saint-Etienne trip planner

Situated in the Massif Central, Saint-Étienne is a bustling capital of the Loire department with diverse activities and attractions, such as natural gorges, cultural events, cathedrals, historical sites, museums, and restaurants. St. Étienne is the capital of the French bicycle industry, with wheel manufacturer Mavic and frame manufacturers Motobécane and Vitus based here. The city often hosts a stage of the Tour de France. You'll want to pay particular attention to interesting design elements throughout the city, as Saint-Étienne is a UNESCO-nominated City of Design. Make your own Saint-Etienne vacation itinerary, with a little help from those that know the place like the back of their hands, by using our France route planner.