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Skiing the Volcano

Volcano skiing in the Auvergne offers downhill thrills and cross-country adventures.

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Discovering Le Doubs

Deep in the Jura mountains, the département of Le Doubs is a portrait in miniature of France at its finest.

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Strap On Your Snowshoes

Many Alpine resorts offer snowshoeing—full-day treks or half-day jaunts—using one of the ski lifts as a starting point.

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Chamonix: The Grande Dame of the Alps

Despite the rise of other winter resorts, Chamonix remains the grande dame of the Alps.

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Alpine Triangle

The borders of France, Italy and Switzerland meet in the stunning Mont Blanc massif.

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Voyage to Reims

The top tables in Reims and nearby Avize are very different from one another, but well worth the trip from Paris for a memorable feast.

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The Mystique of Megève

Just a minute or two is all it takes to fall under the spell of Megève—the icy air, the jingle of a horse-drawn carriage, the chiming of church bells.

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Cèpes and Serendipity

A little bit of luck led to the delicious delights of a traditional auberge in southern Burgundy.

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Of Castles and Kings

Medieval châteaux-fortresses guard the spectacular landscape of the Auvergne.

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All Aboard: Getaway Train to Alsace and Lorraine

For a weekend excursion from Paris to Alsace and Lorraine, with a sip of Champagne, hop on a train.

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