For the past three weeks, we've been blessed with radiant skies and the sun's golden rays. However, in true Provencal fashion, the weather took a turn, and the ... Read more!
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Exploring the Iconic Clock Towers and Campaniles of Provence
In the Luberon's picturesque towns and villages, I've been captivated by the towering structures that grace the skyline - the campaniles and clock towers and campaniles of Provence. ... Read more!
Strolling through 10 Villages of the Luberon
The villages of the Luberon are exceptional in many ways. Most are perched like a stone watchtower over the valley or plain. Some have been awarded the prestigious ... Read more!
The Countryside of Bonnieux and Lacoste, A Provençal Exploration
Our accommodation is in a Provençal farmhouse in the middle of the Luberon countryside. This location is ideal for exploring the surrounding area without taking the car. For ... Read more!
Morning Walks in Bonnieux, A Provençal Hilltop Village
Since we arrived in Provence, we've climbed up to the hilltop village of Bonnieux several times. We prefer to do our walks in Bonnieux in the morning, when ... Read more!
France’s Most Beautiful Villages in Alsace
Since it was founded in 1982, the association Les Plus Beaux Villages de France has grown to include a network of 172 members in October 2022. These are ... Read more!
Take the Mont-Saint-Michel Quiz
To help you with the quiz, check out our pages on Mont-Saint-Michel! ... Read more!
7 Must-See Villages Around Cannes
Although Cannes is famous for its glamour, beaches and international film festival, the surrounding area is also full of hidden treasures worth discovering. If you're looking for good ... Read more!
Lourmarin in Provence: What To See and Do
Lourmarin is one of France's most beautiful villages and is located in Provence. With its picturesque scenery, historical attractions and delicious local cuisine, there is plenty to see ... Read more!
Bonnieux in Provence: What To See and Do
Bonnieux is one of the most beautiful perched villages on the northern slopes of the Luberon. Some people call it the "Mont Saint-Michel of Provence". It is part ... Read more!
10 most searched villages in France on Google
This month (May 2022) I stumbled upon an interesting piece of news about tourism in France. The article is entitled “What are the 10 most searched villages in ... Read more!
10 Fairy Tale Destinations in France to Make You Dream
France is the country of Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast. It is therefore not surprising that this beautiful country of old Europe is full of ... Read more!
Châteauneuf, an old village and castle in Burgundy
The old village of Châteauneuf dominates the surrounding countryside of Auxois in Burgundy in a picturesque setting. The village, which is part of the association Les Plus Beaux ... Read more!
What are the most beautiful villages of Savoie?
Let’s discover together the most beautiful villages of Savoie, from the north to the south of the province. From the flowery villages on the shores of Lake Geneva ... Read more!
Why you should discover Bédoin in Provence
In this article, I have chosen to tell you about the village of Bédoin, where we stayed for a fortnight in Spring. Situated at the foot of Mont ... Read more!
The French Countryside: A Discovery Guide
Do you wonder what lies beyond Paris? Industrial estates? High-rise blocks? Commercial zones? The least that I say about the people of France is that they are quite ... Read more!
The favourite village of the French people in 2020
On Wednesday the 1st July 2020 a programme called “Le Village Préféré des Français” was shown on French TV channel France 3. 14 villages across France competed for the ... Read more!
Discover Beblenheim, a charming village in Alsace
Beblenheim is a charming village situated not far from Riquewihr. A little away from the touristic sites of the Alsace Wine Route, Beblenheim appears to be an ideal ... Read more!
The favourite village of the French people in 2017
This week, the popular programme “Le Village Préféré des Français” was presented by Stéphane Bern on French TV channel France 2. Thirteen villages across France were competing for the prestigious ... Read more!
The favourite village of the French people in 2016
Last night, the popular programme “Le Village Préféré des Français” was presented by Stéphane Bern on French TV channel France 2. Thirteen villages across France were competing for the prestigious ... Read more!
