Arcachon – the oyster capital of France
Arcachon is located at the southern end of the bay of the same name. It became popular in the late 19th century, when tourists began coming to this picturesque coastal village to unwind, stroll along deserted beaches, and sample the...
Nice – the pearl of the Côte d’Azur
Nice is an ancient city, founded by the Greeks as early as 350 BC and named after Nike, the goddess of victory. Nice is one of the most popular resorts on the Côte d'Azur, with a well-developed infrastructure and numerous...
Autumn Paris: A Time of Romance and Magic
France is beautiful at any time of year, but it takes on a special charm in autumn. Paris during this season becomes a true fairy tale: the trees are painted in golden-red hues, the streets are covered with a soft...
Riquewihr – a “gingerbread” world of colorful dough
The village of Riquewihr takes its name from a winegrower who lived in these lands as early as the 8th century. However, the name was somewhat different in earlier references – for example, in documents from the mid-11th century, the...
Sights of the Rhône-Alpes Region of France
The Rhône-Alpes region takes its name from two natural symbols of France: the mighty Rhône River and the majestic Alps, the highest mountains in Europe. This region encompasses the historical territories of Savoy, Dauphiné, Vivarais, Forez, and Lyonnais, giving it...
The ancient French village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie
Saint-Cirq-Lapopie has incomparable charm thanks to its remarkable architecture and location. This picturesque village is built on a rocky outcrop overlooking a wide bend of the Lot River. The history of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is marked by territorial and religious conflicts. The...
La Plagne – a ski resort with a 60-year history
Located in the French Alps at altitudes between 1,250 and 3,250 meters, La Plagne is a high-altitude winter resort of the highest quality, attracting skiers and snowboarders from around the world. The resort is located 196 km from Lyon, between...
What to see and do in Bordeaux
Bordeaux is the ninth-largest city in France by population. There's plenty to do and see here; Bordeaux exudes an atmosphere of classical forms. The first documented settlements on the site of the city appeared as early as the 3rd century...
Val Thorens Ski Resort
Val Thorens is located in the Belleville Valley, the largest in the Three Valleys region. It is the highest resort in Europe, at an altitude of 2,300 meters. The highest point is Cime de Caron (3,230 meters). Its slopes boast...