Close to many of our rental properties, Carcassonne is ideally located with all amenities. In winter, for the end of year celebrations, the city centre of Carcassonne lights up and comes alive for one of the best Christmas markets.
The truffle, a unique and exceptional taste. Its rarity makes it a very popular, high-end product. Enjoy the truffle in all its forms for the end of the year celebrations. In Occitania you can discover the Maison de La Truffe, which will guarantee you an underground dive into the world of black diamonds. An exciting universe and a sensory experience. You will find in the shop area with a range of quality products around the truffle.
Grasse is a town on the French Riviera, in the hills north of Cannes. It's known for its long-established perfume industry, and this heritage is celebrated at the Musée International de la Parfumerie, in the town center. Large perfumeries such as Fragonard, Molinard and Galimard offer tours and the possibility of creating your own perfume.
The countdown is on. Christmas is in 1 month! You may be starting to think about your Christmas decorations. End-of-year celebrations, Christmas tree, light garlands, table, classic and modern decorations. Have a Happy Christmas.
From December 1, 2021, the capital of aeronautics will host the Lantern Festival in the Ritouret park in Toulouse. A stroll over an area of 10 hectares, with lights that will amaze young and old. As soon as night falls, enter a magical and magical world for an evening.
After spending 6 months in space at the European Space Agency, Thomas Pesquet is finally back on Earth. Very present on social networks, he was able to share his fascinating experience with us. Thomas is the most popular astronaut in France. He was able to stay in touch with his community and his fans during his exceptional experiences.
Christmas carols are a must during this period. Between melancholy and joy, Christmas carols are part of the holiday season tradition. Pure France shares with you Vive le vent interpreted by Dalida. And you what is your favorite song?
Discover the Pâtisserie Laure Thouvenin. A reasoned pastry to use Laure's words. More than a realization, cakes and pastries are about the confection. The taste is at the height of the sublime aesthetic. More flavors and less sugar - Laure Thouvenin.
Strasbourg’s Christmas market is one of the best loved in the country. It has a vintage feel, with many traditional craft stalls that will make your think of Christmas celebrations from yesteryear. The city’s historic quarter, known as ‘Petite France’ is a dream to stroll through on a winter’s night, too.
The smallest municipality in France, with an area of 3.54 hectares, Castelmoron-d'Albret can also claim to be a charming fortified village perched on a rocky outcrop. Discover its pleasant flowery streets and admire its old houses, remains of ramparts, washhouses and fortified doorways.
With the same wit and perception that distinguished his charming books on London, New York, and San Francisco, here this famous Czech painter presents his impressions of Paris in This Is Paris, first published in 1959. Discover some the beautiful illustrations...
Pure France supports Made in France. Discover the Sock Socket company which manufactures mismatched socks and boxers. Socks in several patterns and customizable boxers. Ideal for a Christmas gift to your family or friends. Discover their collections.
Patrick Commecy is a French artist and specialist of 'trompe l'oeil' paintings - scenes on buildings which deceive the eye. He takes a simple grey wall and transforms it into dynamic scenes, often including famous and influential historical figures.
A new house just added to the Pure France portfolio - available for holiday rentals in 2022. Lovely country home with large garden, situated just outside a small town close to the Loire river and all its attractions, including the beautiful town of Saumur.
In addition to having an aesthetic side for our interior, indoor plants have a large number of benefits and virtues that should not be neglected. What could be nicer than entering an interior where the air is fresh and where you feel good...
Located in Carcassonne in Aude, you can enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools and the balneotherapy (mineral water) area, swimming lessons, aquagym and fitness room. To swim or have fun, the pool will satisfy young and old, its indoor pool and Nordic pool open all year round at 28 degrees.
In 2019, the Barcarès Christmas Market welcomed 1.5 million visitors. And it is after a year of absence that the Christmas market returns! Christmas magic and family atmosphere will be there. The entertainment, activities, decorations, shows and parades will be multiplied!
Luma Arles is an interdisciplinary creative campus created by the Luma Foundation of Maja Hoffmann. A place of research and exhibition. The tower designed by architect Frank Gehry is a tribute to Vincent Van Gogh's Starry Night and recalls his brushstrokes.
Situated in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence visits can explore the ancient roman city of Glanum. Around 600 BC the first Gallic tribes settled in Glanum, situated on the north face of the Alpilles mountain range. Excavations of the site began in the early 1900's and today visitors can admire the may accent monuments including the House of Antes and the House of Cybele.
Wine is an integral part of the culture and heritage of France and becomes a real tourist asset. This week, Pure France had the opportunity to visit the wine cave Coopérative de Fabrezan "Terre d'Expression" and to conduct an interview with Loïs Thène.
The kitchen, an essential element in a vacation rental. During holidays with friends or family, meals are important. Warm up your winter and get the family around the table for a good meal. Do you prefer US or traditional cuisine?
Villa Le Trayas is the perfect location to spend you 2021 Christmas holidays. With its extensive sea views and very high standard throughout the villa offers guests 4 ensuite bedrooms, a terraced garden with palm trees and a private triangular shaped, heated swimming pool. Discover the sights and sounds of Christmas in the Côte d'Azur this winter time.
The beloved French croissant famously known around the world as a traditional French pastry is actually an adaptation of an Austrian 'kipferl', a traditional yeast bread roll. As the popularity of the 'kipferl' grew amongst the French, an alternative copy of the pastry was created and known today as the French croissant.
Country house, modern villa, wine estate or even castle? Discover our stays for the Christmas and New Year holidays. Treat yourself to an exceptional Christmas holiday with your family, in the mountains, by the sea or in the French countryside.
The first recorded surfers in Europe were documented off the coast of Portugal in the 1920s. It would be another 30 years before surfing took hold in a big way in France, beyond the odd visitor from down the Basque coast in Portugal. Today, Biarritz, Hossegor, Cap Feret and the like are globally known surfing destinations that bring in billions in tourist revenue every year.
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