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Ardèche

Our 10 favourite campsites for a family holiday in the Ardèche

A favourite destination for many holidaymakers, the Ardèche offers a relaxing, sporty and rejuvenating atmosphere. Young parents looking for their first experience or families accustomed...

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Ardèche

The art of hiking, Ardèche style

A moment of escape and sometimes even introspection, hiking is a way of life in its own right. Popular with the lucky mountain dwellers and adventurers alike, this sporting activity...

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Southern Alps

Top 10 hotels in the Southern Alps

The two departments that make up the Southern Alps attract visitors all year round! The Hautes-Alpes and Alpes de Haute-Provence departments offer a limitless playground. Whether you're...

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Southern Alps

In the heart of the Queyras nature park

The natural paradise of Queyras lies in the heart of the mountains in the east of the Hautes-Alpes département. The Queyras really is a world apart, and getting there is an expedition...

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Val d'Isère

The most beautiful walks around Val d'Isère

The mountains of the Val d'Isère region offer a multitude of hiking trails for all levels, from family walks to more challenging alpine adventures. Whatever your experience or fitness...

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Toulouse

Going green in Toulouse!

Better known as the pink city, Toulouse is also a green city! The city is dotted with parks, gardens and promenades. Seen from the sky, the pink and green of the architectural wonders...

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Toulouse

Visiting Toulouse in two days

Nicknamed the "pink city", Toulouse is a great place to live, with its cobbled streets, colourful facades, exceptional heritage, lively squares and renowned gastronomy! Exploring...

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Val d'Isère

The Grand Paradis Vanoise Nature Trek in 6 days

Trek Nature Grand Paradis Vanoise is a project funded by the European Union as part of the ALCOTRA cross-border cooperation programme. It aims to enhance the value of the two national...

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Toulouse

Our 10 favourite hotels in Toulouse

From elegant boutique hotels to sumptuous 5-star hotels, Toulouse is a charming city with no shortage of choice when it comes to accommodation! If you want to visit the city easily...

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Val d'Isère

Top 10 hotels with spas in Val d'Isère

Val d'Isère, a ski resort located in the Vanoise Park in Savoie, is a destination of choice for lovers of skiing and relaxation. With its guaranteed snow, magnificent mountain views...

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Saint-Malo

A romantic weekend in Saint-Malo

A port city and former corsair stronghold, Saint-Malo is a must-see destination for lovers of Brittany, to the east of Dinard and to the north of Dinan. With its coastline of rocky...

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Strasbourg

A trip to Strasbourg during the Christmas Markets

From the end of November until the end of the year, Europe's capital will be changing hats to become the Christmas capital. The city is decked out in its finest garlands, twinkling...

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Saint-Malo

Top 10 hotels in Saint-Malo within walking distance of the beach

Welcome to Saint-Malo, a charming port town on Brittany's Emerald Coast, known for its fascinating history and breathtaking coastal scenery. Whether you're a traveller looking to relax,...

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Saint-Malo

Saint-Malo cruises and privateers: open-air boating

The coastal town of Saint-Malo, on the north-west coast of France, instantly conjures up images of a rich maritime past. Known as the birthplace of privateers and intrepid explorers,...

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Strasbourg

Strasbourg's 10 hotels on the banks of the River Ill

Strasbourg, European city, Christmas capital and... river city. It is surrounded by a river called the Ill. This is Alsace's main river, which rises in the Jura and flows through the...

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Strasbourg

A two-day itinerary in the capital of Alsace

Strasbourg is ranked as the fifth most cycle-friendly city in Europe, so it's the perfect place to take up cycling (again). What better way to explore the city than on a bicycle, taking...

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Quimper

Discovering Cornouaille from Quimper

The south-west of Brittany, and the Cornouaille region in particular, is home to a magnificent coastline where beaches, bays, cliffs and rocky coves alternate. What's more, the countryside...

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Saint-Brieuc

The beaches of the Bay of Saint-Brieuc

Set at the head of its bay, Saint-Brieuc is surrounded by a remarkable environment. Among the many advantages that contribute to the city's sensational living environment, the beaches...

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Saint-Jean-de-Luz

A day at Urtubie Castle

Less than 3 kilometres from the historic district of Saint-Jean-de-Luz is the Château d'Urtubie in the commune of Urrugne. This is a rare historic monument, as few castles in the region...

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Saint-Brieuc

Top 10 hotels in Saint-Brieuc

Saint-Brieuc is the largest town in the Côtes-d'Armor département. The city offers a wealth of historical treasures and a fantastic natural setting. It has a large and varied hotel...

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