tips and advice
The 8 most spectacular train journeys in FranceDec 25, 2023 • 11 min read
Nothing compares to exploring France by train, with beautiful views in every direction. Here are 8 of our favorites and how you can book them.
France Travel Stories
activitiesThe 8 best places for skiing in FranceDec 6, 2023 • 11 min read
The range of resorts in France is staggering. Read our lowdown on the best ski slopes for foodies, families or festival lovers before you book.
food and drinkA new culinary trail puts you at the center of French gastronomyAug 11, 2023 • 4 min read
Summer and fall are the best times to choose your own adventures along France’s latest, greatest gourmet food trail.
beachesEscape the obvious in France: Swap the Côte d'Azur for the sunkissed Vendée coast in summerJul 24, 2023 • 6 min read
The French Riviera is rightly celebrated as one of France's most glamorous coastal towns but the sun-kissed Atlantic coast holds plenty of magic of its own.
cyclingBordeaux to the Pyrenees by train, bike and hiking trail (no car required)Jul 19, 2023 • 7 min read
The high elevations of the glorious Pyrenees are hard to reach – but not impossible. Here’s how one writer did it car-free.
cyclingTraveling to France with kidsJun 27, 2023 • 9 min read
A Parisian break with children needn’t be a pain. Here’s our guide to traveling in France with children, whatever their age.
hikingTackling the peaks of France’s lesser-trekked Auvergne regionJun 16, 2023 • 5 min read
France’s Auvergne region offers great landscapes and hiking - without the crowds.
hikingThe 8 best hikes in FranceMay 20, 2023 • 8 min read
From soaring alpine peaks to billowing lavender fields and azure rivers, France has hikes to match every ability. These are the best.
tips and adviceHere's what you need to know about visas when visiting FranceMay 9, 2023 • 4 min read
From visa-free travel in the Schengen Zone to working holidays, here's everything you need to know about the visa requirements for France.
sportsFrance's wine runs: Marathon du Médoc is fun but Beaujolais is the boozy race to beatMar 8, 2023 • 5 min read
A joyous and wine-soaked party that also happens to be a major running event, the Marathon du Beaujolais holds its own against the Marathon du Médoc.
food and drinkA reason to travel to Hauts-de-France in 2023: Europe’s new region of gastronomyNov 1, 2022 • 3 min read
Perfect for a gourmet getaway: this northernmost region of France was awarded the European Region of Gastronomy 2023.
food and drinkThe 10 best food experiences in FranceSep 6, 2022 • 9 min read
Gourmet appetites know no bounds in France. Here are our favorite food experiences in the country.
beachesThe essential guide to France’s best regionsSep 2, 2022 • 10 min read
Rich with culture, cuisine, ancient architecture and glorious countryside, France is one of the world’s most rewarding places to travel.
activitiesThe best outdoor activities in France (and the best places to try them)Aug 18, 2022 • 9 min read
The diversity of the landscape is one of France's biggest draws, but don't just look – here are the best ways to get active in the French outdoors.
national parksThe 8 best national parks in France: from untouched wildernesses to spaces under three hours from ParisAug 9, 2022 • 11 min read
Hike to a mountain refuge, snorkel in the Mediterranean, canoe down a wild river or trek on horseback through an ancient forest.
cruiseHow to travel France by canal (without going overboard)Aug 8, 2022 • 8 min read
Top canal boat trips in France and how to plan and book them.
cyclingHow to explore the lavender fields of France (and things to do when they're not in bloom)Aug 7, 2022 • 8 min read
If one flower defines France, it’s lavender, thanks to the carpets of purple flowers that cover Provence. Here's how to explore France's lavender country.
cyclingFrance's 8 best cycling routes, from Alpine climbs to leisurely wine trailsAug 5, 2022 • 8 min read
The bicycle is as much part of French life as the baguette and riding here is a joy. From wine routes to Alpine climbs, here are France's best cycle routes.
wildlife and natureFrance's best natural wonders: 10 incredible, unfiltered, pinch-me encounters that are pretty much as Mother Nature intendedAug 2, 2022 • 7 min read
From alpine peaks to startling stretches of coast, here are some of the most beautiful natural spots in France.
art and culture17 best food festivals of France: where and when to go for the gourmand tour of a lifetimeJun 13, 2022 • 4 min read
France's food festivals are a golden ticket to the best of the country's grass-roots food culture. These are the best.
foodAsk LP: What's a good destination in France that offers an escape from the crowds?Jan 15, 2021 • 4 min read
Beyond the châteaux of the Loire Valley are quiet towns and sleepy villages. John Walton reveals his favorite things to do in the region.
sportsPace yourself in the world’s booziest racesJan 13, 2021 • 6 min read
If you enjoy a drink and want a fitness challenge, these six boozy marathons and races could tempt you to pull on your running shoes.