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Enjoy the spicy Spanish influence on the cuisine, visit a pilgrimage site and ski in the snowy Pyrénées mountains.

Fly down the thrilling slopes and enjoy awe-inspiring views at a resort that is a part of the famous Three Valleys ski network.

Dine in fine restaurants, admire extravagant yachts and sports cars, or duck into the famous Monte Carlo Casino for a high-stakes game of blackjack.

Western Europe’s highest peak is a hub for extreme sports enthusiasts, while its bustling base town offers all the amenities for a perfect European ski holiday. 

Swim in this very clean lake in the picturesque valley of the Rhône-Alpes region.

Swim in this very clean lake in the picturesque valley of the Rhône-Alpes region.

When you are ready for a skiing adventure this season, the weather is just right in Alpe d\'Huez. France invites you to take to the slopes at one of its best, the Alpe d\'Huez Ski Resort. 

Ride a historic funicular railway up the side of a mountain for stunning views of the pilgrimage town of Lourdes, framed by the Pyrenees. 

Get a close look at a vast array of marine life at this striking museum, which seems to have been carved out of the cliff face.

Vacation in a lakeside town in the French Alps where you can pursue a range of outdoor activities year-round.

Vacation in a lakeside town in the French Alps where you can pursue a range of outdoor activities year-round.

Vacation in a lakeside town in the French Alps where you can pursue a range of outdoor activities year-round.

Swim in this very clean lake in the picturesque valley of the Rhône-Alpes region.

In the center of Clermont-Ferrand is a green space perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the streets. Relax here with a book after a hearty lunch. 

Cannes is host of a world-famous film festival and is known for its beaches, luxury hotels and glamorous visitors.

Ducks swim in ponds and peacocks roam the landscaped lawns of this lush park, which features a museum, cloister and orangery.