Trips To France Holidays For That Great French Vacations

Trips to France holidays for that great French vacations

Vacations in France Trips to France

France is a very diverse country and it is near impossible to visit everything in a lifetime. It is usually also the main country on any tours of European vacations. In comparison with Texas, France may be smaller but then, one could not find a country as compact as France to have such a diversity of beautiful scenery and magnificent sights. Each and every one of its area will looks differently, and has it won unique architectural style of buildings, food and cuisines, as well as it's own lingo or local dialect too.

Visitors to France could travel to one of the world's greatest cities, Paris; drive and enjoy the refreshing green hills of Loire Valley; or even head towards south to visit the French Riviera and sunny Provence.

You will pass through Normandy or the Channel ports if you arrive from the north which offers its considerable attractions, and to Paris which is one of the Europe's most stylish, elegant and compelling capitals. Towards the west, one could find the Brittany's rocky coast and, on the south, the grand Loire valley. From here, many people will go further south to visit Provence which offers the limestone hills, the Pyrenees mountain canyons sharing the same border as Spain, or the enchanting Riviera coastline of Cote d'Azur. It would be good if you could take your time especially when visiting the Germanic towns of Alsace in the east, and for those more on the adventurous side, can try the high and rugged heartland of the Massif Central.

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	Basic information for trips to France holidays
	Arles Arrive in the summer and see the races and bull fights put on in Les Arenes, the Roman arena. To get there, travel by train from Agivnon, Marseille, Montpellier and Nimes. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
	Avignon Avignon is on the banks of the River Rhone, 95 km (60 miles) north-west of Marseille. Also known as the city of the Popes.
	Belle-Ile-en-Mer The largest of Brittany's islands. Travel there by ferry from Quiberon and visit the Great Lighthouse at Port Goulphar and Quiberon. The weather is best between May and September.
	Chartres Cathedral Located 90 km (60 miles) south-west of Paris. it is known for the exquisite stained glass that has made the cathedral famous.
	Chateau de Fontainebleau Fontainebleau stands in the middle of a forest about 55 km (35 miles) south of Paris. The palace is closed on Tuesday and you can travel by car, train or bus from the Gare de Lyon.
	Etretat Located in Normandy, west of Dieppe and north of Le Havre. When visiting, climb to the top of the Falaise d'Aval for a view of the magnificent rock formations.
	Gorges du Tarn One of France's most beautiful gorges. Take a trip in a glass-bottomed boat from La Malene. And one of the best ways to see the gorge is by canoe.
	Les Calanques Summer is the best time to visit Les Calanques because of the best weather. Hike up to Calanque en Vau for the best view over the cliffs.
	Les Gorges du Verdon A gorge cut deep into the surrounding rock by the Verdon River. It is the largest in Europe and runs mid-way between Avignon and Nice. Best way to see the gorge is by car, but the road is treacherous.
	Mercantour National Park Containing the largest high-altitude lake in Europe. Located about 20 km (12.5 miles) north of Monte-Carlo. Get there by bus from Menton and the best time to visit is June to October.
	Monet's Garden at Giverny The garden at Giverny is open from April to November and the lily pond is at it's best in late July and early August. You can get there by train from Paris or Rouen to Vernon.
	Mont-St-Michel A chapel built on an 80 meter (260 feet) high granite rock, cut off from the mainland by 1 km (0.6 miles)
	Niort and the Marais Poitevin Also known as "La Venise Verte" 0 the Green Venice. Arrive in August and take in The Festival du Marais Poitevin. The best way to see the region is by boat. Hire one for a day and enjoy the scenery.
	Old Marseille France's second city. When in Old Marseille, visit the Maghrebi quarter and enjoy the sensory experience of colorful stalls selling spices. Make sure you try the famous bouillabaisse.
	Orange Known for its superbly preserved Roman theatre. Attend one of the performances in the Theatre Antique when visiting. Get there by train from Paris, Lyon, Avignon or Marseilles.
	Place des Vosges Place des Vosges is the oldest square in Paris. Visit the Maison de Victor Hugo and gain an insight into one of the most famous inhabitants of the Place des Vosges.
	Sainte-Chapelle A fine example of High Gothic architecture, The Sainte-Chapelle is open daily and entry is free. Arrive in summertime and enjoy the concerts in the chapel.
	St-Tropez It is the beach holiday destination of the rich and famous. The museum and some of the beaches charge entrance fees. The least crowded time is between October and May, but summer months can be fun as floating palaces descend on the harbor and the rich and sun-bronzed flock to the beaches. This is the best time for people-watching!
	The Aven-Armand Cave A vast cavern which houses the world's tallest stalagmite. The stalagmite formations are known as "The Virgin Forest" The cave is closed in December.
	The Camargue This area is famous and known for the flamingos that breed here in large numbers. The best time to go are from March to October.
	The Cathedral of Notre-Dame Victor Hugo's THe Hunchback of Notre-Dame made this one of the most famous cathedrals in the world.
	The Loire Valley The Loire Valley is often referred to as "the Garden of France". It is known for its vineyards producing famous wines such as Sancerre and Muscadet.
	The Louvre The Louvre is the world's largest museum and was, at one time, the world's greatest palace. It is the home to the Mona Lisa. It is open Wednesday-Monday and there is an entrance fee.
	Toulouse-Lautrec Museum Located on the banks of the River Tarn approximately 75 km (50 miles) north-east of Toulouse. There is an entry fee payable for the museum. Get there by train from Toulouse.

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