Hyper market fish counter Even away from the main cities of France, the French love of food extends to this stunning display of fish (sea bream/dorade) in a modest supermarket…

Market tomatoes One of the joys of France are the many local markets in almost every village - often several in towns and cities.The fresh food is always seasonal and…

The pretty market village of Saint Remy

The Beautiful Island off the coast of Brittany - Belle Ile-en-Mer

Whilst our usual menu of practical information on visiting France is on hold during the Coronavirus Pandemic, we are showcasing some of our favourite photos of la Belle France, pending…

Whilst our usual menu of practical information on visiting France is on hold during the Coronavirus Pandemic, we are showcasing some of our favourite photos of la Belle France, pending…

Mouthier-Haute-Pierre was nominated as one of France’s favourite villages by viewers to France3 TV Channel in 2019 Mouthier-Haute-Pierre (25, Doubs) is an important centre for the production of kirsch (a…

The ski resort village of Saint Lary (85 Hautes-Pyrenees, Occitanie) celebrates France's oldest breed of pig (Le Porc noir de Bigorre) with its Pig Festival (Fete du Cochon) 18 January 2025…

In July 2019 the Tour de France cycle race sprinted up the famous Avenue de Champagne in Epernay (51 Marne, Grand Est) to finish Stage 3 of the race b…

The Burgundy Chateau of Saint Fargeau  (89 Yonne, BFC) is a proper medieval castle in the classic French style. AND it also offers Bed & Breakfast in the Chateau and a…