Tourism articles

It's known as 'little California'! Imbued with a strong surfing culture and a spirit that's both sporty and relaxed, Anglet (for your information, the "t" is not silent) charms us...

At the gateway to Spain, nestling in the superb bay of Txingudi at the foot of the Jaizkibel peak, lies the town of Hendaye, a mecca for seaside tourism in the Basque Country. With...

Since the 18th century, the Vaucluse region has been renowned for its many ochre quarries. The exploitation of the rock from the Rustrel deposit has left behind a sumptuous landscape...

EuroVelo 8, also known as the Mediterranean cycle route, covers 7,500 kilometres, crosses 10 countries and has 23 UNESCO-listed sites along its route. The most motivated cyclists will...

At the start of each summer, Provence is covered in a purple veil with an intoxicating scent that is instantly recognisable. As the cicadas sing their first notes, the lavender season...

From the splendid wave-beaten coastline, which blossoms under the gaze of the majestic Pyrenees, to its verdant hinterland, populated by charming villages and impressive canyons, the...

The French Basque Country is a small territory with an astonishing diversity of atmospheres and landscapes, ranging from the splendid rocky coves of the Atlantic coast to the mountains...

Imposing, magnetic and unpredictable, Mont Ventoux is a joy to contemplate but can be a formidable mountain to climb. Nicknamed the Giant of Provence by the locals, it certainly lives...

The smallest village on the Aquitaine coast is no less charming for all that! Facing the ocean halfway between the prestigious seaside resorts of Biarritz and Saint-Jean de Luz, Guéthary...

On a slope of the Vaucluse plateau, overlooking the Cavaillon plain, Gordes is one of those villages clinging to its rock. There are many perched villages in Provence, due to the many...

A radical change of scenery! After the rocky coves of the coast, it's time for adventure and wide open spaces. Leaving from Larrau, a small mountain village in Soule, at the foot of...

Mythical bridges often have very little left of them. You only have to look at the Pont d'Avignon, where it's hard to dance in circles these days, the bridge over the River Kwai, which...

If you've been scouring the trendy seaside resorts along the coast and you're looking for peace and quiet and authenticity, the Basque country is full of character, with its delightful...

Walking through the lavender fields, olive groves and pine forests of Provence, it's easy to see that the region boasts a distinctive architecture. Whether in small, typically Provençal...

Close to the picturesque village of Saint-Engrâce in Haute Soule are two of the most wonderful places in the Basque Country and, dare we say it, in France! Nicknamed the "Basque Amazon",...

Provence is a land of lavender and olive trees, where the sun shines all year round. Every year, the region attracts millions of visitors who come to discover its colourful countryside,...

The Lake District, nestled in the northwestern-most corner of England, is a land of raw natural beauty and unparalleled tranquility. It is a place where every village is a treasure...

Hidden in the heart of the Lake District is a site shrouded in mystery, seemingly suspended in time. Poets as commanding as John Keats and Samuel Taylor Coleridge wrote Romantic odes...

Vous cherchez un hôtel avec spa pour vos vacances à Méribel, au cœur de la station des Trois Vallées ? Cela permet de se relaxer après une bonne journée de ski ou bien après avoir...

This is the not-to-be-missed August event in Southern Brittany, attracting several thousand people every year. For 10 days and 10 nights, the quiet port city of Lorient comes alive...

A 25-kilometre long arm of the Gulf of Morbihan, the Rhuys peninsula offers the best of both worlds. On the north side, along the pretty coastal path, you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere...

After a day on the slopes, do you still have the energy for an evening activity? You're right, it would be a shame not to take advantage of all the attractions in Méribel. You can...

The escape game is an increasingly popular activity in France and around the world. Although most escape games take place indoors, some also take place outdoors in an existing environment...

Morbihan, with its wide variety of landscapes that are as stunning as they are surprising, is a great place to recharge your batteries. The sublime colours of the coastline, the invigorating...

A winter horse ride in Méribel is a unique and memorable experience. You'll be able to ride along the region's snow-covered trails while admiring the breathtaking scenery of the French...

The mountains are attracting more and more families in summer, with a little less crowding than on the Côte d'Azur but with at least as many activities to keep the kids occupied. In...