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Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.

Spend a tranquil vacation in this suburb of Paris. Explore its majestic castle and picturesque walkways along the River Seine.

Ready to take a step back in time? To get your fill of hidden treasures in Carcassonne, the ancient fortified town of the Midi?

Step inside an 18th-century mansion to explore hundreds of years’ worth of art from some of the world\'s leading painters and artistic movements.

Take a stroll across this attractive white stone bridge, the oldest bridge in Paris.

Explore the beaches, vineyards and undulating green hills of this traditional coastal department known as the “Real South of France.”

Take a stroll across this attractive white stone bridge, the oldest bridge in Paris.

Enjoy a vacation in a city known for its grand architecture, huge natural lake and access to the ski slopes of the French Alps.

Spend a tranquil vacation in this suburb of Paris. Explore its majestic castle and picturesque walkways along the River Seine.

Intricate models of historic ships and the recreation of a prison hospital are some of the intriguing attractions at this museum near Toulon’s marina.

The smaller sister museum to Paris’ famous Grand Palais, this purpose-built exhibition space houses works from esteemed artists such as Cézanne and Rembrandt.

Take a stroll across this attractive white stone bridge, the oldest bridge in Paris.

Spend a tranquil vacation in this suburb of Paris. Explore its majestic castle and picturesque walkways along the River Seine.

Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.

Lounge on exceptional beaches and enjoy the cultural highlights of this historic town, set in the heart of the famous Languedoc wine region.

This stylish French coastal city is famous for its blend of laid-back beaches, surfing culture, elegant architecture and excellent dining scene.

Spend time in this relaxed city in the south of France. It offers something to engage family members from youngest to oldest.

Spend time in this relaxed city in the south of France. It offers something to engage family members from youngest to oldest.

Ready to take a step back in time? To get your fill of hidden treasures in Carcassonne, the ancient fortified town of the Midi?

Explore this compelling city district, which encompasses Lyon’s most famous sites, including Fourvière hill and Vieux Lyon.