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The markets in Paris
The dairywoman's smile, fresh fish straight from the sea, piles of newly-dug vegetables and sweet-smelling fruit, a merchant raving about a miracle product and curious shoppers milling around the stalls.
A weekend away
Cultural centres, stylish boutiques and fashionable restaurants… Nantes, Montpellier, Aix-en-Provence, Strasbourg and Lille: trendy spots for a week-end away.
Classic shopping
For some of us the words Paris Ile de France will always mean one thing in particular: Shopping!
Yule Log - History and Traditions
The Yule log is a real part of the Christmas tradition in France. Every Christmas dinner finishes with a Yule log. But what is the story about this famous log?
Alsace - Christmas Traditions
Magical Christmas traditions of Alsace. The region of Alsace at Christmastime, transforms into a marvelous world made of legends, tradtions, myths, smells and tastes.
Walking in France
Walking for a half day, here and there, allows one to move without hurry and to get a closer feel the chararcter of a place.
The 150th Anniversary of the Bambouseraie
The unique Bambouseraie exotic garden is located in the Languedoc-Roussillon region.
The French coast: a coastline with a thousand faces, north sea, mediterranean
France has 5500 km of coastline, half of which is still unspoilt. So don’t wait a moment longer, come and discover all the richness and diversity of these unique landscapes, from the North Sea to the Mediterranean.
Religious Tours
The Routes to Compostela: from Pilgrimage to Ramble
Cathedrals, chapels, wayside crosses, stained glass, statues and extraordinary bridges all make for unusual stopping places.
Unusual pilgrimages
Meeting for Mass on the summits of the Alps or in Provence is also walking in memory of devout mountain lovers and deserving magnificent scenery.
Children first…
Children and teenagers in the mountains. Summer in the mountains generally brings to mind happy memories of holidays full of games and exploration.
Lively districts for the young!
In town, the lively districts have bars, restaurants, pubs, discos, and cinemas, places where you can go, have fun, and relax, so don’t hesitate to ask! Young people will be the first to tell you about their “favourite spots”.
"In Lafayette's Footsteps"
New York Historical Society holds contest honoring Lafayette's 250th birthday
Climbing Mont-Blanc successfully: one man’s story
Ascent of Mont-Blanc. Conquering the highest point in Europe – 4807 metres – is any amateur mountain climber’s dream, and of course involves the French side.
Corsica: a mountain in the sea
Corsica: Its astonishing scenery, its almost unreal colours, the smells of the scrub, its non-stop sunshine and the traditions it has preserved make it a popular destination.
Northern Alps: paradise in all its forms…
They symbolise high mountains, with their icon Mont Blanc and the Winter Olympics.
New Year's Eve in the French West Indies
Luxury boutiques and beautiful beaches are the trademark of this exotic "double" destination and chic place to celebrate the coming of the new year.
French West Indies Islands for active vacations
Water sports and outdoor adventures flourish in the France of three oceans.
Guadeloupe: a festive atmosphere in the sun!
Imagine spending Christmas under the sun in Guadeloupe. A description of all the goes on during the holiday season.
Wine and Cuisine
Get away to the prestigious vineyards
At the gates of Strasbourg, the grape varieties of Alsace bear the pretty names of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Tokay Pinot gris...
Christmas fragrances with mulled wine
For your Christmas evenings, enjoy a good home-made muld wine thanks to this good recipe!
Wine & Gastronomy Stays
Autumn is the perfect time for a wine and gastronomy short break or longer stay. Discover our finest wines, taste our great local products and cuisine.
Gardens at the Château de Chantilly
Touring the gardens at the Château de Chantilly.
Bordeaux listed a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
As of Saturday, July 7th, and in order to celebrate this event, the Bordeaux Tourist Office is organising a new tour within the perimeter defined by UNESCO – a nighttime tour.
The temptation of naturism
Discover the pleasure of living in the nude spontaneously. Naturism is gradually becoming more widely accepted
Nudism - a way to health
France is the best place in Europe for health spas. Hot spring water treatments have been popular for more than a century.
Naturism today: experiences
A joint interview about vision of the subject and experiences, from own habits to the benefits of this fundamental way of getting closer to nature
“Villages de Vacances” - Vacation villages
An old manor in the country, a huge park with majestic trees, a private island, a panoramic mountain setting, on the river’s edge or near a landmark heritage site, the vacation villages can offer a prestigious touch that can make a difference.
Senior Vacation Villages
Welcome seniors with activities adapted to their needs in a comfortable and friendly environment. They have a choice of themed-based programs and, depending on their age, can even participate in sports.
Golf
Golf in Brittany
Brittany is the magic of green and gold, of the Monts d'Arrée, the Montagnes Noires, lakes, open moorland of heather and gorse, forests and rivers and streams teeming with trout
Golfing the French coast...
The many top-quality golf courses lying along the French coast offer travelling golfers the possibility of pursuing their favourite pastime...
Golfing breaks near Paris
Paris is reputed to be the world's most beautiful capital, but on top of that it also has almost 70 courses for very special golfing breaks.

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