5 great experiences to live on a trip to France

When we talk about France we refer to one of the most visited countries in the world for its beautiful landscapes, its vast culture and its delicious cuisine. We just need to think a little so that countless incredible places to visit in this European country begin to come to mind.

Therefore, in the next post we will review some of the most beautiful places to visit on a trip to France. So that you always have a reason to embark on a new adventure in this incredible place.

Paris

Paris in summer

Without a doubt, the jewel in the crown of France. There is no other city in the entire country that can match it for its history and beauty. To know all its secrets, a minimum of a weekend is required but the ideal thing is to have at least five or seven days to enjoy it in detail.

In Paris there are endless things to do. Depending on the days that your trip is going to last, you will have to adapt the number of activities to the time you will have but if there is something that you cannot miss is a visit to the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame , Montmartre, the Orsay Museum, the Alexander III Bridge, the Opera House or the Luxembourg Gardens, among others.

Paris is also known as 'the city of love', so if you are traveling in the company of your partner it would be a good idea to walk along the banks of the Seine on a romantic walk or sit in the Trocadero Gardens to watch the sunset.

At the same time, we recommend you enjoy the gastronomy and the shows that take place every day in Paris.

Normandy

Rouen

The French region of Normandy is popularly known for being the scene of the Normandy Landing during World War II. However, this region is also a very touristy place where thousands of people come to enjoy a well-deserved vacation in the charming French-style towns such as Barfleur, Le Bec Hellouin, Rouen, Giverny, Lisieux or Gisors, among others.

Any route through Normandy we are sure it will be a pleasure for the eyes and also for the taste. Very interesting are the gastronomic routes that can be done in the Normadía region, land of delicious ciders, meat and fish. The paradise of any gourmet tourist.

Provence

France is always a nice box of surprises. For those who are about to enjoy the summer holidays, A good place to visit and get to know is Provence, that unique territory that captivated many artists over time for its beauty and whose landscapes were captured in their famous works.

From the end of June to the end of summer, the fields take on a deep purple color and lavender becomes the absolute protagonist of an almost fairytale landscape. The best way to enjoy Provence is by car to discover the villages that have managed to remain intact for mass tourism.

Travelers will find in Provence many things that will remind them of their places of origin and a common history, especially those that belong to Mediterranean cultures. On this route through Provence you cannot miss a visit to towns such as Gordes, Avignon, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence or Arles.

On the other hand, very popular among travelers visiting Provence is its gastronomy and ancestral traditions. In its colorful markets we will find its tasty specialties such as olive oil, lamb from Sisteron, cheese from Banon, melon from Cavaillon, almond cakes from Aix or honey from Provence.

The route of the Cathar Castles

Another interesting route that can be done in France is the Cathar Castles. A complete tour of Carcassonne and visits to other places such as the Castle of Queribús, the Castle Peyrepertuse, the Castle of Arques, Lagrasse and the Abbey of Fontfroide, etc.

A good way to do the Cathar Castles route is by car, something that will give you more freedom of timetables and movements. With intermediate stops to enjoy the French towns and scenery in peace, this tour can be done in two to three days.

Alsace at Christmas

Alsace is the region of France that borders Germany. Christmas as we know it in Europe is said to have its origins in Alsace.

This is a trip to enjoy the small towns in this area and its markets at your own pace. Discovering the charms of each place and feeling the magic of Christmas. However, to enjoy a complete tour of this region of France, the most advisable thing is a minimum of four or five days to visit as many towns as possible in the area, all decorated for the occasion and that seem taken from a story.


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