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Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

Although it’s not the Auvergne region’s highest summit, this dormant lava dome is its most iconic. Join the thousands of hikers who visit every year.

Rising dramatically from the cliffs of southern Corsica, this historic citadel still has many of its original features.

This sleepy town serves as a charming portal to some of the region’s finest coastline.

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

Miles of soft white sand and clear blue water are waiting to be enjoyed a short drive from the bustling streets of Bonifacio. 

Miles of soft white sand and clear blue water are waiting to be enjoyed a short drive from the bustling streets of Bonifacio. 

Escape the city with a trip to this picturesque beach surrounded by shops and restaurants on the south coast of Corsica.

Escape the city with a trip to this picturesque beach surrounded by shops and restaurants on the south coast of Corsica.

Escape the city with a trip to this picturesque beach surrounded by shops and restaurants on the south coast of Corsica.

Rising dramatically from the cliffs of southern Corsica, this historic citadel still has many of its original features.

This family-friendly Alpine ski resort offers characterful mountain villages and a variety of skiable terrain, including plenty of woodland runs.