The feast of Saint-Jean the Baptist, June 24, is originally a Christian holiday, traditionally accompanied by large bonfires. It celebrates the summer solstice, in connection with the worship of the sun. The solstice fires or pagan solstice fires were lit in the Middle Ages at the crossroads of paths, in the fields, to prevent witches and magicians from passing there during that night.
In the southwest of France, La Rochelle is one of the must-sees on the Atlantic Coast. You may be wondering, what to do in La Rochelle? Places of interest not to be missed, information, visits; let's discover La Rochelle and the surrounding area together.
Come and discover The Most Beautiful Villages In France. 'Les Plus Beaux Villages De France' is an official association which awards the title to villages throughout France based on several criteria. There are currently 159 villages which hold the title - located between the sea and the mountains, rich with their heritage, architecture, culture and gastronomy.
If you are on vacation in Bordeaux, we have prepared a selection of unmissable places for you. Going through tasting, visits to museums, good restaurants, places to relax, cultural walks... discover Bordeaux from all angles with its visits and discoveries.
If you are on vacationing France or passing through Arcachon, do not miss the opportunity to visit the Dune du Pilat. Located on the edge of the Landes de Gascogne forest massif, in the south-west of France. It is the highest dune in Europe.
Come and discover all the secrets of chocolate in this open and free museum. A unique and original experience with an immersion in a reconstituted tropical forest where the pod harvesters are at work. You will be able to visit several rooms: from the discovery of aromas in a fun space to the production of chocolate live.
The Château de Bonaguil is a former 13th century fortified castle which stands in the French town of Saint-Front-sur-Lémance in the Lot-et-Garonne department in New Aquitaine. Only 2 hours from Bordeaux and Toulouse. This site classified as a Historic Monument is located a stone's throw from the Dordogne and is open every day from 10 am to 6 pm.
In Narbonne-Plage, the summer season begins and on May 27, 28 and 29, the international kite festival proposed by the city will take place. The resort hosts the "Team Kite Masters Show" competition where pilots from all over the world compete in teams. They will dance their kites carried by a music.
From May 18 to 21, 2023 takes place in Gruissan as every year, the Défi Wind. This event brings together professional and amateur Windsurf enthusiasts on a starting line. The biggest windsurfing event in the world will celebrate its 21st edition with more than 1,000 windsurfers from around the world gathered to compete against the 'Tramontane'. It has become a festival that celebrates passion for windsurfing through moments of friendship with music, on the exhibition stands and in the village.
Hossegor is a beautiful seaside town on the Atlantic Coast, situated between Biarritz and Arcachon. The resort offers some of the best surfing in the world. It became popular in the early twentieth century and attracted wealthy tourists from Paris.
Lauzerte is a 12th century hilltop country house located on the "via Podiensis", one of the paths leading to Santiago de Compostela. It is one of the most beautiful villages in Tarn et Garonne. Discover our holiday homes for rent near Lauzerte.
If you are the adventurous type why not discover the Parc O2 Aventure accrobranche in Carcassonne. Ideal for a thrilling activity. In addition, the park is located on the shores of Lake Cavayère, it is one of the most beautiful in the Occitanie region.
Discover La Balette, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Collioure. It is located on the seafront, in Collioure within the Hotel du Relais les 3 Mas. A gastronomic experience with more menu proposals ranging from 7 to 12 Services.
Discover the starred restaurant La Galinette in Perpignan. Christophe Comes opened La Galinette in 2000 and 7 years later received a star in the Michelin Guide. Christophe Comes is passionate about the land and associates his restaurant with a 2-hectare vegetable garden that he cares for. Fruits and vegetables grow with love in this garden. And it shows on the plate.
Le Grand Cap is a place, a unique place on the cliffs of Leucate, a breathtaking view of the sea. In 2016 Erwan and Pamela Houssin itch for Avignon to return to their roots. They left behind a starred restaurant, Diapason. Two years later, they regained the star of the Michelin Guide for the Grand Cap.
La table du 2, Franck Putelat's brasserie in Nîmes in the South of France. Franck Putelat, 2-star chef, has a restaurant and a brasserie in Carcassonne and also a brasserie in Nîmes, La Table du 2. Seasonal and refined menus.
Hugo Zeldine, pastry chef at La table du 2 in Nîmes in Occitanie. La table du 2 is a brasserie run by Franck Putelat, chef with two Michelin stars. The brasserie is located in an enchanting setting, on the 2nd floor of the Musée de la Romanité, opposite the Roman amphitheater.
La Barbacane, gourmet restaurant in the city of Carcassonne. Located in the heart of the medieval city of Carcassonne, La Barbacane welcomes you to a place steeped in history. Sublime with a terrace overlooking the fortifications, the setting is enchanting. La Barbacane is a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Located in Versailles a few steps from the Palace, this creperie is a restaurant specializing in Breton specialities. The decoration and the welcome make it a very pleasant and warm place. You will find the classic Breton pancakes, but also the most exotic, as well as sweet crepes with chocolate, tatin, kinder for the greediest. You can also taste salads or others.
No need to go abroad, France has magnificent places not to be missed. Varied landscapes in the various French regions, let's discover the most beautiful places in France. The Calanques, the Camargue, the Gorges du Verdon, the Volcanoes of Auvergne, the Colorado Provencal, the Pic du Midi... so many places that make France an exceptional destination.
Jordan Yuste, a Michelin star for his restaurant l'Arrivage in Sète. In 2021, Jordan already received the Young National Talent award from Gault&Millau. In 2023, Jordan receives his first Michelin star. Certainly to be discovered.
The Château de Versailles dates back to the 17th century and was a place of power. It is a historical monument and was the residence of the kings of France. The château is the most important monument of his reign and one of the masterpieces of French architecture.
During your meals at the restaurant or your stays at the hotel you may have heard of the stars of the Michelin Guide. It is a red-colored guide, in the form of a hotel gastronomic directory and guide launched at the beginning of the 20th century by the Michelin tire company. You will also find the Green Guide, which describes the main activities and interesting regional curiosities, as well as Michelin maps of routes and orientation.
Oniria, the aquarium of Canet en Roussillon. A solo visit, with family or friends. A must for holidays in the Pyrénées-Orientales. 3,500m² with 83 pools to admire the life of more than 660 species grouped around 10 universes.
The Gaillac vineyard is a bastion of ancient grape varieties. The winegrowers like to find the old local grape varieties left aside, forgotten or lost. This one has never broken with history, the grape varieties are the identity of the Gaillac vineyard.
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