France

Amazing museums, monumental cathedrals, beautiful castles and Alsatian half-timbered houses attract tourists to France like a magnet. The must-see is undeniably romantic Paris with monuments that probably need no introduction to anyone: the famous Eiffel Tower , the Louvre , the Arc de Triomphe and the artistic district of Montmartre . From there, it is close to the stunning Loire Châteaux - one of the country's most recognizable attractions. The medieval abbey of Mont Saint-Michel closes the top three places in France. The tourist trail, however, is much richer. Visit the famous fortress city of Carcassonne , the birthplace of Airbus, Toulouse, and see Strasbourg , where the fate of Europe is at stake.

France boasts a picturesque coast with many sandy beaches. The most fashionable part of France is its southern coastline - the Cote d'Azur . It is dominated by rocky beaches, although there are also sandy ones. You will find them, among others in Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Hyeres and on the neighboring Island of Porquerolles. To the north, where the waters of the English Channel burst into the Atlantic Ocean, you will sunbathe in exclusive Deauville and walled Saint-Malo. However, the refreshing air from the Atlantic Ocean is the best place to breathe on the west coast of the country, on the beaches of Ile de Re and Biarritz .

In France, nightlife takes place mainly in large agglomerations , student centers and famous seaside resorts. The greatest selection of nightlife is, of course, in Paris. Apart from that, student Rennes and the multicultural Marseille are famous for quite good parties. If you dream of having fun in a luxurious setting , you cannot miss the legendary Saint-Tropez and the star-studded Cannes.

French national parks and nature reserves hide true natural gems. They are abundant mainly in the south and south-east of the country. Discover green valleys, waterfalls, blue lakes, and glacial circuses in Vanoise and Ecrins parks. The Camargue nature reserve is a natural phenomenon. It covers the wetlands of the Rhone backwaters. However, it became famous thanks to its inhabitants: Camargue horses and bulls and pink flamingos.

Skiing, trekking, windsurfing, canyoning - in France you will have plenty of ideas for active recreation both by the water and on land. The largest French island, Corsica , is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. However, the continental part of the country offers no less attractions. In Biarritz, the Mecca of windsurfers , you'll face the waves of the Atlantic. In the vicinity of Saint-Tropez - the largest base of diving sites in the country - you will discover the fascinating underwater world of the Mediterranean Sea. In alpine Chamonix and the lesser-known Pyrenees, you will conquer the slopes of the best ski resorts, and the best trekking will be in Finistere. The amazing Arree Mountains and cliff coast are dotted with hiking trails. Or maybe you prefer extreme sports? Try your hand at canyoning in the Verdon and Ardèche Canyons!

However, it is hard to resist the impression that the true charm of France is hidden in its towns, winding streets, old towns, and cozy cafes. There is authenticity in these places, which is lacking in commercialized centers on the main tourist route. Find out for yourself by visiting the artistic Giverny , the charming Chartres with its majestic cathedral and the small Beaune , whose showpiece is the Hotel Dieu - the exquisitely designed former hospice. Maybe you will even manage to reach the very end of France, to the atmospheric Quimper ?