Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Some of the Plus Beaux Villages de France February 23, 2021France is full of enchanting villages, and among the approximately 30,000 communes, there are undoubtedly thousands of beautiful ones. However, officially there are exactly 159 Plus Beaux Villages de France – 159 most beautiful villages of all. But how can there be such a precise figure? Easy! This is not a subjective opinion; it’s the …Continue Reading
Explore · Guest Post · Villages Towns and Cities Where to Eat in Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer? Olala Cafe July 27, 2022A walk along the promenade at Les Lecques, around the little port and out to sea along the jetty has always been a family favourite, but I’ve always struggled to find a vegetarian lunch after our walk. It’s a typical French seaside resort with all the menu choices the locals obviously enjoy. Paninis/pizza slices have …Continue Reading
Explore · Keith Van Sickle · Villages Towns and Cities Hilltop Villages to See the Côte d’Azur Hinterlands October 13, 2020When most people think of the Côte d’Azur, they think of glamorous spots like Cannes, Antibes, and Nice—beautiful cities, all of them. But this glorious corner of France is also home to charming inland villages that are well worth a visit. Let’s look at a few. Gourdon, The Eagle’s Nest Clinging to the top of …Continue Reading
Explore · Jane Dunning · Villages Towns and Cities Beautiful Saignon a Village Perched Above Apt in the Luberon March 31, 2022There are many beautiful villages in the Luberon – Gordes, Ménerbes, Roussillon and Bonnieux to name but a few. I think Saignon is one to add to your list to visit. It’s just above the town of Apt so you could perhaps head to its wonderful market on a Saturday morning and then pop up …Continue Reading
