Hello!
I'm planning two weeks in France at the beginning of September (Arrive in Paris, three days in Paris (I have been numerous times and love it), an overnight in Tours, five days near Vezac, and five days in Le Bourg d'Oisans), depart from Lyon. The first part is in the Dordogne region, which I believe the travel forum covers pretty well. The second portion of the trip, we are planning to spend in the French Alps with a particular interest in Le Bourg d'Oisans. For me, I lived in Geneva years ago and have been to Chamonix and Annecy. My partner, however, has never been to France. He is an avid cyclist and chose Le Bourg d'Oisans because of the iconic Tour de France climb of the Alpe d'Huez, knowing that there a number of other fantastic cycling routes in the area as well. I'm also very active but prefer mountain biking and hiking and have found resources online that provide some guidance in that area. Where my query comes in is for other activities. My mother will be joining us. She's 70, more sedentary than active though does enjoy relatively flat walks. Unlike Chamonix where I could take her on a cable car or the glacier train ride, I am having a difficult time finding activities that she may enjoy. She loves history, museums, castles, good food, etc. In Dordogne, I can balance hikes/bike rides with a visit to Lascaux or a chateau, for example. Does anyone have any experience in the Bourg d'Oisans area and good suggestions to help my mom enjoy this area as well? And to be fair, she'll be happy with sitting and reading a good book or two but if we can get her out, I'd like that too. We will have a rental car.
Thank you for any help you can provide!