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 Marciac, a unique jazz festival
May 12, 2013
Every August the village of Marciac hosts one of the world’s finest jazz festivals. Nestled in the green countryside of Gers, in Southwestern France, it is a relaxed and friendly place where you can a[...]
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Perfect family accommodations
April 29, 2013
The Villages de Gîtes offer individual cottages with common facilities such as swimming pool and sport ground. Situated in peaceful and natural settings, they are found all over France and particularl[...]
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Renaissance in Bar-le-Duc
April 23, 2013
Largely ignored by tourists and so, still off the beaten tracks, Bar-le-Duc possesses however a gorgeous Renaissance district. Now served by TGV, this peaceful and charming town of Eastern France also[...]
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Beaches and salt marshes in Noirmoutier
Mars 21, 2013
Situated off the Atlantic coast, the Noirmoutier island is known for the mildness of its climate and was praised by Impressionist painter Auguste Renoir. Shaped by the wind, the sea and man, it is dot[...]
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Impressionism and modern architecture in Le Havre
January 26, 2013
One of the most important European ports, Le Havre boasts the second largest collection of Impressionist paintings after Paris. Destroyed during WWII, the city retains only a few historic building but[...]
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WW1 American monuments
November 28, 2012
American troops participated in all the major battles fought in North-Eastern France during the final year of World War One. Numerous monuments and memorials commemorate these engagements as well as t[...]
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Head in the stars
October 13, 2012
The Pic du Midi is both a remarkable viewpoint over the Pyrenees and a famous astronomic observatory. For a few hours or a night people can go there to observe the stars and discover the work of the s[...]
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Aubusson, a gold standard in tapestry
October 09, 2012
Since centuries, some of the world finest tapestries are produced in Aubusson. About twenty workshops and manufactures perpetuate this traditional know-how and several museums retrace the evolution of[...]
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The land of Bresse chicken
October 03, 2012
A gastronomic benchmark, Bresse poultry is raised according to traditional methods ensuring top quality and is considered the queen of poultry. Every year in December, four towns host fairs gathering [...]
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Sweet chestnut land in Ardèche
August 03, 2012
Taste fresh or roasted sweet chestnuts and discover how they are cultivated. Visit medieval castles and villages. In autumn the Ardèche department offers numerous possibilities of cultural and gastron[...]
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Cookery courses in Champagne
May 09, 2012
“Au Piano des Chefs” offers cooking classes that teach you how to prepare tasty, innovative and affordable dishes. Taking place in restaurant s or charming places, they are suited for everyone and for[...]
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The valley that inspired Courbet
April 06, 2012
The region where painter Gustave Courbet grew up and produced some of his masterpieces is rich in spectacular scenery and picturesque villages. A newly renovated and expanded museum traces the artist’[...]
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WW1 battlefields in Northern France
October 31, 2011
Four remembrance trails help you discover First World War sites in Northern France. A journey though the horrors of this war in the footsteps of soldiers from more than forty countries.
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Historic town on the Opal Coast
September 30, 2011
Boulogne-sur-Mer is much more than just France’s largest fishing port. A charming medieval walled town, an exceptional marine park and beautiful beaches make it a destination well worth a weekend away[...]
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Rimbaud’s hometown
September 09, 2011
A two-faced city, Charleville-Mézières boasts one of Europe’s most beautiful Renaissance squares and perpetuates the memory of poet Arthur Rimbaud. It’s also an important puppetry centre hosting an in[...]
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Uzès, a gem in the Gard
June 01, 2011
Still rich in old medieval neighbourhoods and Renaissance and Baroque private mansions, Uzès is one of the most beautiful towns in France. Thanks to the mild climate in the South of France, it’s plea[...]
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Anjou’s underground world
May 18, 2011
In the surroundings of Saumur the subsoil hosts many underground galleries and dwellings. A mysterious world full of surprises, yesterday left in ruins, nowadays trendy, where it’s possible to enter a[...]
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Short break in Tarn
April 21, 2011
Awesome monuments, art museums, picturesque villages stepped in history,.. The Tarn department has lots to offer. Along with an enjoyable climate and contrasting landscapes, it also has gastronomic re[...]
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Eco friendly travel in France
April 12, 2011
Like all economic sectors, tourism has an impact on the environment. However, it’s possible to reduce these effects by choosing carefully lodgings, means of transportation and activities.
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In the heart of the French Riviera
Mars 21, 2011
Once a haven for artists, Antibes Juan-les-Pins is quite unique on the French Riviera. It combines a charming, typical old Mediterranean town boasting museums and nice beaches with a modern, upscale r[...]
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One of Monet’s favourite places
Mars 21, 2011
In 1889, the Creuse valley played host to foremost Impressionist painter Claude Monet who was charmed by its rugged landscapes. This area also inspired many 19th and 20th centuries landscapists who ga[...]
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Unforgettable stays
September 21, 2010
France has an abundance of hotels and bed and breakfast that are either lavish or situated in awe-inspiring places. Here is a selection of some of them that transport you back in time or allow you to [...]
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Ancient and modern Metz
July 07, 2010
Capital of the Lorraine region, in northeastern France, Metz has a particularly rich history and boasts many monuments. The recent opening of an outpost of the Pompidou Centre makes this green and arc[...]
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Luxury shopping in Limousin
May 06, 2010
Some of the most famous French luxury brands have their workshops in the Haute-Vienne department. Guided tours allow you to discover an ancestral know-how and the factory stores are packed with bargai[...]
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William the Conqueror’s birthplace
August 27, 2009
Topped by an impressive Anglo-Norman fortress, Falaise also boasts beautiful churches and large sections of its medieval ramparts. Other sights include an automatons museum and the nearby chapel of Sa[...]
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