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Haussmann the Architect: A Visionary Who Transformed Paris
In 1853, Prince-President Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte tasked architect Georges Eugène Haussmann with making Paris the most beautiful city in the world. The result…
Escapade in the Vosges: 10 unmissable places!
The Vosges department offers a diversity of landscapes and activities to delight everyone in every season. From skiing in winter to summer hiking, through the…
The Château des Ducs de Bretagne, a Nantais marvel
Nestled in the heart of the medieval quarter, a royal residence bearing witness to a multitude of historical events, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne is a…
The Loire Castles: Essential Jewels of French Heritage
Treasure troves of beauty attracting several million visitors each year, the Loire castles have adorned our historical heritage for centuries.
The 10 best rooftops in Paris to enjoy the Indian summer
To compete with its transatlantic rival, New York, the mistress of rooftops, Paris had to adapt and develop its rooftops. A challenge of considerable size for…
Top 10 ski resorts in France
Whether you are a winter sports enthusiast or a fan of raclette and hot chocolate, you will have to make a choice for your next mountain holiday. Discover our…
Top 10 most beautiful outdoor pools in France
This summer the heat lingers in France and not everyone can enjoy the seaside. This is the opportunity to discover the most beautiful public aquatic spaces in…
Top 5 of France's most beautiful markets
At the hour when everyone is still asleep, at the moment the Sun rises, stalls are set up across France and prepare before welcoming the crowd that has come to…
The Most Beautiful Parks in France
Visiting and walking in parks offers a moment of relaxation alone, with friends or with family. Here is a non-exhaustive list, of course, of the most beautiful…
The Best Chocolate Shops in France
Chocolate is one of the most highly prized foods in France and throughout the world. Made from cocoa, these preparations have sometimes become luxury products,…
Top 5 most beautiful ski resorts in France
Winter has arrived and the season of hot chocolates, raclettes and ski runs too! France is full of ski areas suitable for families or the more experienced,…
Ranking of France's most dynamic town centres
Procos federation, representing 260 specialist retail businesses, launched in 2016 its ranking of France's most active town centres (Paris and the Paris region…
The finest forest walks in France
There is nothing quite like a walk in the forest to reconnect with nature. This activity is not only rich in discoveries, but also allows you to breathe in a…
The top 10 most beautiful swimming pools in France
France is renowned for its magnificent white sandy beaches and crystal-clear sea. However, the Hexagon also has numerous swimming pools that can help release…
The 10 Most Beautiful Beaches in France
France is home to truly paradisiacal spots with its 19,193 km of coastline. All these beaches stand out for their authenticity.
Top 5 villas with pool
Many dream of a home with a pool. As it is an especially welcoming place, people enjoy relaxing, exercising and chatting there with family or friends. With the…
The top 6 villas in the south of France
Nino Ferrer sang it so well! A century earlier, Van Gogh had captured its essences – the south of France is first and foremost Provence. It is truly a distinct…
A Tour of France's Christmas Markets
Our beautiful country is celebrated across the world for the diversity of its landscapes and the richness of its culture. This is somewhat one of the reasons…
The 10 Most Beautiful Christmas Markets in France
Christmas markets first appeared in Alsace and Germany from the 14th century onwards. The one in Strasbourg, now highly renowned, has existed since 1570. They…
The Most Expensive Coastal Resorts in France
What are the most expensive coastal resorts in France this summer? In order to find out the most expensive summer tourist destinations of this year,