The Lure of La Vendée in Pays de la Loire
This coastal departément is famous for its sunshine, but there is much more to discover, writes Stephen Davy-Osborne
Beautiful sandy beaches and levels of sunshine more closely associated with France’s Mediterranean seaboard than its western...
What to See and Do Along the Banks of the Charente
From Cognac distilleries and outdoor sports, to museums and concerts, there is plenty to keep visitors busy
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Where to Stay and...
10 Amazing Things to Do in the Vendée
1. The Puy du Fou Theme Park
This multi-award winning park, set in the north of the Vendée, offers a multitude of spectacular shows ranging from gladiators in a life-sized colosseum, Vikings, musketeers, medieval knights,...
Take an Exceptional Bike Tour Through Dreamy Meuse in France
In 2019, The Meuse Cycle Route partnered with EuroVélo, the European network of cycle routes.
Its 900km of cycle paths echo the words of Charles Péguy’s poem that describes the Meuse as “gentle” and “dreamy”.
This...
What to See and Do in Ardèche
From the thrills of canoeing to exploring caverns to visiting historic châteaux, there's something for everyone
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12 Unmissable Spots in Ardèche
SPORTING CHALLENGES
Head to Vallon-Pont-d’Arc for a huge choice...
What to See and Do in La Manche
Make the most of the sea and land in this unique corner of France
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BACK IN TIME
Pair...
10 Reasons to Visit Vercors, an Outdoor Enthusiast’s Dream
This mountainous massif in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Discover its many peaks and plateaux, hiking trails, cycle paths and paradisiacal nature reserve...
MONT AIGUILLE
An isolated body of limestone, spectacularly flat and rectangular, this...
Champagne tour to Paris by boat (and bike)
This eight-day, seven night Champagne, Marne River Valley & Paris tour on board the barge MS Zwaantje is a cycle touring classic that not only allows guests to explore the world famous city of...
Enchanting L’Isle: Kayaking and Cycling the River Isle
From Roman remains to deep mining tunnels, Heidi Fuller-love discovers a host of cultural treasures as she kayaks and cycles down the River Isle from Périgueux to Libourne
The Isle River, a tributary of the...
Bike and Barge Tour France: Bordeaux
Three rivers, six wine areas and 7000 châteaux
During this unique tour you will explore one of the most beautiful, famous and beloved parts of France. The region of Bordeaux, located in sun drenched, southwestern...
