These urban hotspots are vastly different in character; Biarritz is now a trendy, arty alternative to historic Bayonne, while the limestone streets and buildings of Bordeaux (France’s most ...

but the gold standard is the 'Les plus beaux villages de France' (the most beautiful villages of France). This designation is only awarded to some of France's most idyllic villages, as long as ...

Upholding a bright reputation as a popular member of the most beautiful villages of France, Vogüé has earned recognition ... a small church perched on the rock promising magical scenery of the castle.

A quaint village nestled in the French countryside is so stunning it has previously been crowned the world's most beautiful small town. Brits planning holidays to France usually flock to popular ...

From Alpine valleys to the Mediterranean coastline via viaducts, gorges and vineyards - France boasts plenty of stunningly beautiful train journeys. Here's our pick of some of the most spectacular.