Tourism

France is renowned for its historic sites, its beautiful villages, beaches, museums, places of interest, tourist attractions. Here you will find a selection of great places to visit. Occitanie, Provence, Corsica, Burgundy, The Loire Valley - browse and discover the different regions for your holiday.
Villefranche de Conflent

10 January 2023  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

Villefranche-de-Conflent, a city rich in history

Villefranche-de-Conflent, a city rich in history with an exceptional heritage from the Middle Ages. Vauban, the "Vagabond of the Sun King" lived within its walls. Vauban's genius lies in adapting the defenses of a city to its geographical identity. He adapted the ramparts on 2 levels, adds bastions and builds Fort Liberia, making Villefranche a unique defence model.

© ZooParc de Beauval

09 January 2023  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

Beauval Zoological Park

Ranked among the 5 most beautiful zoos in the world, it is considered the most beautiful in France. Located in Loire-et-Cher in Saint-Aignan. It hosts more than 800 species, some of which are unique in France. In particular the giant panda, a symbol of environmental protection.

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01 January 2023  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

Visit the hinterland of Nice

Between sea and mountains, the hinterland of Nice deserves a getaway for the day or for a few days. You can explore the villages perched on the hills, walk the trails of the Mercantour National Park. Let's discover the places not to be missed!

© Jardins d'Eyrignac

31 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism, Nature

Les jardins du manoir d'Eyrignac

Located in the heart of the Périgord Noir in the Dordogne, the Jardins du manoir d'Eyrignac are magnificent French gardens that walkers can admire. A family heritage for 500 years and Historical Monuments of the 17th and 18th centuries. It is one of the most beautiful gardens in the Dordogne.

© Mont-Saint Michel

28 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism, Architecture, UNESCO

Le Mont Saint-Michel

A heritage not to be missed, you can visit Mont-Saint Michel on a guided tour. The village, the abbey, the museum, Founded at the request of the Archangel Michael by the Bishop of Avranches Aubert, the first sanctuary was consecrated on October 16, 709.

© Perpignan

17 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

The Must Sees and Dos in Perpignan

If you are passing through Perpignan, discover the essentials around the regional capital of the Pyrénées Orientales. Collioure, the yellow train, Baixas, Paulilles, Pic du Canigou, Lac des Bouillouses, Tautavel and Salses-le-Château.

© Jura Tourisme

07 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism, Nature

The must-sees in the Jura

Lakes, mountains, walks, pleasant villages. The Jura has a multitude of must-see sites. Passing by the Cascade du Hérisson, the Pic de l'Aigle and Belvedere of the 4 lakes, Château-Chalon, Lake Chalain... Let's discover the Jura together.

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06 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

France's best Christmas markets

Christmas is fast approaching! The houses are dressed in their most beautiful decorations, the cities are illuminated with their most beautiful lights, but also Christmas markets... A family outing to observe the Christmas lights, enjoy a hot chocolate, enjoy a very friendly and unique atmosphere.

© Galerie Lafayette Paris

03 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

The Christmas Tree of Gelleries Lafayette in Paris

Like every year at Christmas, Galeries Lafayette installs its most beautiful tree in the heart of its store. A tradition that has continued since 1976 in the Galeries Lafayette Paris, Haussman. Every 30 minutes, the lights go out to give way to an animation where the trees come alive with sound and light.

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01 December 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism, Events

A unique experience at Oceanopolis in Brittany

OcéanOpolis celebrates its 30th birthday It is an aquarium that shares its knowledge with its National Center for Scientific Culture dedicated to the Ocean, one of the largest aquariums in France in Brittany. Discover many rare or common species and live a captivating experience around the aquatic world. For the Christmas holidays, Océanopolis has concocted a nice program for you!

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30 November 2022  |  Virginie Erre  |  Culture, Tourism

The Beauty of Paris at Night

Paris by night is always a good idea, especially around the Christmas period. Whatever the season, the capital of love is an enchanting city at nightfall. A walk on the quays of the Seine is unmissable or take the famous sightseeing boat on the Seine.

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18 November 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism, Holidays, Nature

What to see in The Cevennes National Park

The Cévennes form a mountain range that is part of the Massif Central, located between the departments of Lozère and Gard. Located between a few picturesque villages, the land of the Cévennes is where nature lovers will take pleasure in discovering the beautiful countryside. Classified as a UNESCO biosphere for several years now, the Cévennes are a mixture of typical flora and fauna.

© La Rochelle aquarium

11 November 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

The Aquarium in La Rochelle

The La Rochelle aquarium is one of the largest private European aquariums founded in 1970 by René Coutant. During the 1h30 visit you will be diving into the heart of the oceans by meeting more than 12000 marine animals, and discover the biodiversity of the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and the Tropics.

© Beaux-Arts en France

10 November 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism, Culture

Fine Art in France

The man has always practiced art in France. beginning with prehistoric painted animals on the walls of caves like at Lascaux. Art extends over several fields: discover fine art in music, dance, cinema, poetry, architecture...

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01 November 2022  |  Amélie Roca  |  Tourism

Holidays in Provence

Provence is also about pretty villages, farmers' markets, walks in the scrubland, visits to the magical creeks of Marseille, holidays with family or friends. In this series of articles we are going to present to you everything you should not miss during your holidays in Provence.


Villas & Châteaux in France

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