Holidays in France

Boasting tiny charming restaurants, the city is home to some of the best food in France! A delicious delight.. Lyon also has beautiful architecture that echoes the time of the Roman Empire.

The historical capital of Savoy, Chambéry is a city of art and history that reveals many attractions: mysterious streets, mansions, splendid courtyards, a heavenly cathedral, the castle, which was the former residence of the counts and dukes of Savoy, and the famous elephant fountain.

The commune is known for its famous and traditional water fountains. The most famous and beautiful is the Fontaine de la Rotonde, which is one of the most visited places in France. It is worth noting that the painter Cezanne and the writer Emile Zola once lived here.

L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Fontaine de Voucluse, Gordes, Roussillon, Lacoste, Bonnieux and Lourmarim.

The Luberon is just a tiny part of Provence. This territory with its golden hues is where wine and olives are still cultivated and the cheese and honey still taste the same as in olden days. Not to mention the lavender! Spectacular landscapes made up of vineyards and orchards, fascinating hilltop villages, excellent natural products and the light that enchanted so many painters: Cézanne – born in Provence – Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso…

With a history dating back to the 1^st century BC, Annecy has medieval architecture, with small stone houses, alleyways, castles and bridges over the canals that crisscross the city. Speaking of which, Annecy is considered the Venice of the French Alps, as it is crossed by two rivers that form several canals.

This is considered one of the oldest cities in what is now France and also one of the most cultural! Marseille has beaches, museums, parks and many other places… Ah! the Château d’If located off the coast of Marseille… Have you ever read or heard anything about the book ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’? It was this marvellous, magical castle that served as inspiration for the author.

The town may be small in size but its history is anything but! The famous Pont Saint Bénézet was built with 22 arches. Today, only four of the original arches remain. The others were destroyed by floods from the Rhine. The Cathedral of Notre Dame des Doms and the sumptuous Palace of the Popes can also be found in Avignon.

Affectionately nicknamed ‘French Rome’, the city boasts monuments and buildings reminiscent of the sights of Rome, such as the Arena of Nîmes, which resembles the Colosseum.

Known for its thermal waters with marvellous properties… Well-being is guaranteed between Lake Bourget and the Bauges Mountains. The sumptuous Belle Epoque hotels reflect the town’s prestigious past.

Put on a pair of trainers, get in the mood and climb the slopes that will take you to the top of this beautiful commune!

The Avignon Papacy had extremely positive influences on the region, such as the development of art and culture and the cultivation of vineyards to produce the Popes’ wines. This is how a small village 25 km from Avignon was named Châteauneuf-du-Pape and is today world-renowned for its wines.

In addition to the spectacular beaches close to the city, you really must visit La Place de la Comédie and the Opera Comédie. There are also the Jardins du Peyrou and their breathtaking landscapes.