Or go on vacation to France? If you are hesitant about choosing a place among the most beautiful French regions, then here is a guide to the best holiday destinations in France.
It is true that almost everywhere in France, there are small villages, large castles, large natural sites, magnificent beaches, in short, lots of little corners of paradise where it is good to spend a holiday.
In addition, with its variety of landscapes and cultural riches, France knows how to satisfy all vacation desires and for all durations. Here are some ideas for destinations in France if, like me, you are asking yourself the following questions:
- Where to go on holiday in France in summer?
- Where to go in the south of France?
- Where to go to France for a weekend?
- Where to go on holiday in France with the family?
- Where to go on a romantic holiday in France?
- Where to go to a heavenly place in France?
- Where to go on holiday in France to visit historic places?
- Where to go on holiday in France for nature lovers?
- Where to go on holiday in France with your dog?
Where to go on holiday in France in summer?
Here, according to my tastes, is a selection of the best holiday destinations in France in the summer which combine beauty, diversity of landscapes and tourist interest.
Destinations with lots of people in summer:
- In Corsica,
- In Provence-Côte d'Azur,
- In Occitanie on the Languedoc Roussillon coast,
- The Basque country,
- The islands of the Atlantic Coast (Ré islands, Oléron island, etc.),
- The Loire Valley and its famous Castles.
Destinations without too many people in summer:
- La Camargue
- Ardeche
- The North of Gard (from the Cévènes to the Pont du Gard)
- The Lot and the most beautiful villages of France
- Haute-Savoie with Annecy and its magnificent lake
- Brittany
- Normandy
- The Alps
- The Pyrenees
- Alsace
Holidays in the South of France
The South of France attracts a huge number of holidaymakers in the summer, especially to the coast. They come seeking sunshine, beautiful beaches, picturesque villages, and stunning Mediterranean landscapes. The Mediterranean coast and its entire region have adapted to this demand for sunny holidays by offering vacation packages to suit all tastes: holiday villages, seaside resorts, campsites, rentals, holiday clubs, all-inclusive or half-board hotels, summer camps, and more.
Among the many holiday destinations in the South of France , here are my favorites:
- Luberon and Provence with a foothold at Aix en Provence , Avignon or to Marseille ;
- La Corsica to visit on a road trip or in stay (see campsite in Corsica from South et campsite in North Corsica);
- La Camargue ;
- Aquitaine with in particular The Landes and the surroundings ofArcachon-Cap Ferret.
Where to go for a weekend in France?
Ideas for cultural weekends in France
Today, many airlines provide domestic flights and thus connect the majority of major French cities to each other. This is why, it is very easy, practical and pleasant to spend a small weekend dedicated to the discovery of a beautiful French city.
Here are my favorite and ideal cities to discover for a weekend:
Ideas for relaxation + tourism weekends in France
- Annecy
- Avignon
- Nice
- Marseille
- Dordogne
- Bordeaux
- Toulouse
- Occitanie
- Brittany Côte Granit Rose
- Thalasso in Biarritz
- Thalasso in Bandol
- Thalasso in Cabourg
Where to go on vacation in France with your family?
For a family holiday in France , I advise you to choose campsites in a nice environment, with the beach, opportunities for hiking and discovery, entertainment for children and everything you need for your well-being (spas, jacuzzi, massages, good restaurants…).
Here is a selection of the campsites where I had the chance to stay and which I really enjoyed:
- Campsite in southern Brittany
- Camping in the Basque Country
- Camping in the Landes
- Camping in South Corsica
For those who want to stay near Paris, Central Park is a nice destination for a family holiday.
Alternatively, I have a good camping tip that allows you to spend an outdoor holiday in Paris and enjoy Disneyland with its free shuttle: Camping de Paris.
Finally, for the happiness of children, nothing will make them more happy than a stay:
- At Beauval Zoo,
- At Parc Asterix,
- At the large Puy du Fou Park,
- At Futuroscope.
Where to go on a romantic holiday in France?
If you're travelling as a couple, here are my favourite destinations for a romantic getaway in France :
Where to go in France to heavenly places?
When we say heavenly place, we necessarily think of sandy beaches, turquoise waters and dream scenery.
Here, in my opinion (but I haven't visited every corner of France and the French coastline), are the most beautiful beaches in France and Corsica :
- Palombaggia beach in Corsica
- Grand Spône beach in Corsica
- Calanque de Sormiou in the Calanques of Marseille
- Ile Vierge beach in Crozon in Brittany
- Herlin Beach on Belle île en Mer
- Beaches of the island of Porquerolles
But be aware, France also includes many distant archipelagos such as the Antilles or Polynesia.
And there, the list of paradise places is too long but I highly recommend a holiday in Martinique , in Guadeloupe or a tour in French Polynesia (which has the most beautiful atolls in the world).
Where to go for a cultural vacation?
Oh, again the list goes on! But among the unmissable most beautiful historical places in France, I would quote:
- Paris and all major French cities
- Mont St. Michel
- Lille
- Arles
- Carcassonne and the Cathar Country
- Loire's castles
- Nancy
- Avignon
Where to go in France for the most beautiful landscapes?
For those who want to enjoy their summer holidays in France by discovering natural and wild landscapes, here are my favorite places:
- Le Cape Corsica and the desert of Agriates,
- Le Cap Ferret and the Arcachon basin,
- la crest route in Alsace,
- La Northern Brittany,
- La Camargue,
- The Landes,
- The Vendée,
- The Ardèche gorges,
- The Gorges of the Hérault,
- Le Gard,
- The Alpes,
- The Pyrenees,
- The volcanoes ofAuvergne.
Which destination in France with a dog?
Among the regions of France where I've traveled most with my dog, I'd mention Alsace , Brittany, and Normandy . Oh, and I almost forgot a great pet-friendly destination for a sunny city break: Marseille with your dog!
And for a seaside holiday, here is my selection of the best dog-friendly rentals in France.
And if you want to make a beautiful circuit in France for your summer holidays,
Here's how to organize a tour on a budget
Or if you want to go with baby, here is my article on