Château Theatres in Burgundy
There are exquisite chateaux around almost every corner in France – here are two with their own private theatres.
French bastide towns
French bastide towns sprawl across south-west France in their hundreds. Recognisable for their formulaic layout and their medieval architecture.
Best Pilgrimages in France
The best pilgrimages in France remain popular with visitors and many, but not all, point to Santiago de Compostela. Walk this way to discover them.
10 must visit Burgundy châteaux
There are some 100 Burgundy châteaux dotted across the region’s vineyard landscape, each has its own architectural style and charm. These are our faves.
Fongrave – Un Village Français Parfait
Fongrave – Avec des profondeurs cachées Le ponton en bois de Fongrave (rivière Lot PK 27) est un endroit des plus agréables pour s’amarrer. Non seulement le ponton lui-même est superbe et récemment rénové (avec eau et électricité disponibles) mais le village qui jouxte le ponton est incomparable. C’est notre…
The prettiest villages in France
17 of the prettiest villages in France stretch from Brittany in the north to the red stone of the south. Which is your favourite?
The best Rhône Valley châteaux
Help us put the best Rhône Valley châteaux closer to the top of the region’s must-visit attractions! These are our favourites to visit on trip to the Rhône.
10 of the best Aquitaine châteaux
The best Aquitaine châteaux incorporate stunning architecture, riverside allure, unmatchable memorabilia and those rivalling the Loire. Come see…
11 Loire Valley châteaux you simply cannot miss
Each of the Loire Valley châteaux presents a compelling case to visit. 80 are open to the public and here we pick our favourites to get you started.
10 must-see châteaux and castles in Alsace
Our pick of the best châteaux and castles in Alsace will rival the classical French châteaux of the Loire or Versailles or of the Loire Valley. Come see…
