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General
Looking for a good restaurant? Or to wander through a neighbourly market? Under the "General" category, you can find general topics to make your holiday as pleasant as possible.
Special days that are celebrated throughout France are also listed here.
Stumble across a great restaurant worth mentioning? Or market place for that matter? Please let us know so future guests can also benefit from your recommendations.
Sights
There is more than enough to see around your holiday home. Beautiful tourist areas or more cultural spots. Certain regions are known for a certain product or type of wine.
Is seeing a cave on your bucket list? Or an area that is renowned for its nature? Castles and fortresses can often be found close by. Definitely worth a visit.
Grab a terrace, visit the boutiques and experience French life.
Sportive
It's simply wonderful to take it easy during your holiday, surrounded by all the beauty the area has to offer. But, now and then, it's also nice to spend an active day. Try things you normally wouldn't have time for.
Take on the challenge of an adventure park or cycle/mountain bike and discover the surroundings from a different angle. Go hiking together through beautiful nature or spend some time on the green in one of the many golf course France has in store.
Water sports are always popular as well. Swimming, sailing, canoeing, it's all possible!
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Head out together or with the whole family. Explore the area, visit picturesque villages. Looking for places to visit and fun things to do?
In this overview you'll find examples for an adventurous and exciting day out. Examples include a trip to an amusement park or zoo. But also boat trips, swimming pools or an excursion in a hot air balloon!
Did you do something nice in the area, but it's not on the list? Send us your suggestions and we'll put it on there.
General information about the region
On 1 January 2016, several new provinces were created in France as a result of merging several initial territories. This also applies to Nouvelle-Aquitaine, in which the Poitou-Charentes, Aquitaine and Limousin departments were merged.
General information Provence - France
One of the most famous tourist regions in France is an area with the official name "Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur," also known as PACA. This region stretches from the Camargue coastline to Menton, all east of the line Orange, Avignon, Arles.
General information Dordogne - Lot
One of the largest departments in France is the Dordogne. The department shares its name with the river that flows through it, which stems in the Auvergne from the rivers Dorde and Dogne. The touristic region of Dordogne is regarded more broadly than just the departmental borders.
General information Lot - France
The Lot department, in the southwest of France, borders the Corrèze to the north, the Cantal to the northeast, the Aveyron to the southeast, Tarn-et-Garonne to the south, the Dordogne to the northwest and finally Lot-et-Garonne to the southwest.
General information about the region
The Lot department, in the southwest of France, borders the Corrèze to the north, the Cantal to the northeast, the Aveyron to the southeast, Tarn-et-Garonne to the south, the Dordogne to the northwest and finally Lot-et-Garonne to the southwest.
General information Languedoc - Occitanie
The Languedoc is known as a region that is very popular with tourists. The landscape is varied: the mountains of the Pyrenees, the vast sandy beaches of the Mediterranean, vineyards with quality wines. But the history and culture is also clearly visible here.
Gironde - Aquitaine for a popular holiday in France
The Gironde is very varied and therefore very popular among tourists who wish to spend their holidays there. Sun, sea, beach, nature and culture, Gironde has it all. Moreover the possibilities of water sports, hiking trails through forests and vineyards, tourist villages with cozy terraces.
Tourist quality labels France
In France there are many quality labels, these are also rewarded for tourism and touristic places. It can indicate a top quality attraction or can be a reward for a certain effort of a region.
Overview of events
Experience the Poitou-Charentes all year round! Feast in the Poitou-Charentes, these are the old crafts in the village square, the ball under the lanterns, the concert at a historic monument or in the open air. That is theater, dance, rock, jazz, but also typical markets and folklore.
Overview of events
Experience the Dordogne all year round! Feast in the Dordogne, these are the old crafts in the village square, the ball under the lanterns, the concert at a historic monument or in the open air. That is theater, dance, rock, jazz, but also typical markets and folklore.
Overview of events and festivals
Experience the Var all year round! Feast in the Var, these are the old crafts on the village square, the ball under the lanterns, the concert at a historic monument or in the open air. That is theater, dance, rock, jazz, but also typical Provençal markets and folklore.
Overview of events and festivals
Experience the Dordogne all year round! Feast in the Dordogne, these are the old crafts in the village square, the ball under the lanterns, the concert at a historic monument or in the open air. That is theater, dance, rock, jazz, but also typical markets and folklore.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Restaurants in the vicinity of the holiday park
We have selected some restaurants for you, based on our guests' reviews. If you happen to have a pleasant experience at another restaurant, please let us know.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the area
You can find anything and everything at a French market. It is mainly the local products that are in the spotlight: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of produce. However, there is no shortage of meat, fish, and poultry.
Markets in the Aquitaine - Gironde holiday region
Anything and everything is offered on a French market. It is mainly the local products that are of interest: vegetables, fruit and all kinds of fruits. But meat, fish and poultry are also included.
Quatorze Juillet - the national holiday
The most important national holiday in France is July 14 "Quatorze Juillet". The French celebrate the beginning of the French Revolution in 1789 when the Bastille was stormed. It is an celebration in which the French values are celebrated: Freedom, Equality and Brotherhood.
Fête de la Musique
The Fête de la Musique is a typical French feast. It's an annual music festival on June 21. Mostly amateur musicians will play on streets, squares and other public areas.
International Menigoute Bird Festival
Every year, during the last week of October, a large international bird show is held in Menigoute.
Sarlat, the tourist heart of the Dordogne region
When you visit the Dordogne region, Sarlat is a must-see. This is the unquestioned pearl of Perigord and is definitely worth a visit.
Rocamadour
Without a doubt, Rocamadour is one of the main tourist attractions near your holiday home. Rocamadour attracts many visitors every year, and is the most visited attraction in France, after the Mont Saint-Michel.
Saint-Cirq-Lapopie
France has a list of "Les plus beaux villages de France". Most of these places are located in the Dordogne / Lot region. A few years ago, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie was at the top of the list.
Domme - tourist village in the Dordogne
Near Sarlat, in the Dordogne area, the fortress town of Domme is situated. It is an old town with a walled fortress, on top of a mountain along the river Dordogne with a castle and a beautiful church.
Beynac-et-Cazenac, a pearl in the Dordogne
A few kilometers southwest of Sarlat is the village of Beynac-et-Cazenac. It is one of the "Plus beaux Villages de France". The location is beautiful, it has winding streets and old neat houses, an ancient castle and a magnificent view over the river.
Caves in Padirac, Lacave and Lascaux
Two major geological attractions in France are located in the vicinity of your holiday home. Both Gouffre de Padirac and the Lascaux caves are spectacular!
La Roque-Gageac in the Dordogne
La Roque-Gageac is on the banks of the Dordogne and is built into a steep rock wall. The village is one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France.
Bordeaux - capital of Nouvelle Aquitaine
The remarkable city of Bordeaux, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, is recommended on various rankings as a must-see city during your vacation. Historical neighborhoods, modern art, cozy patios, shopping... it's all there!
Port Grimaud, Venice of the South of France
The tourist village of Grimaud is a medieval fortified town in the Var department on the French Riviera in southern France. It has a special and unique harbour called Port Grimaud.
Rennes le Château, the unsolved mystery
On the road from Carcassonne to the south, you will find Rennes le Château. This small village with around 100 inhabitants is known throughout France and far beyond. It is the site of one of the greatest legends that have been inspiring many at home and abroad for decades.
Perpignan in the Languedoc Roussillon holiday region
Perpignan, the capital of the Pyrénées-Orientales department, is located near the Mediterranean Sea. Perpignan is a pleasant city because of the leafy boulevards with plane trees, cafes, restaurants with tapas and the nightlife.
La Rochelle and Ile de Ré - Atlantic coast
A day with your family towards the Atlantic coast is worthwhile. Go to La Rochelle and the island of Ile de Re with their many tourist activities and sights. Ideal destinations for enjoying the sea, sun and beach.
Tourist Towns Poitou-Charentes
There are nice villages and towns where you can shop, where there are places of interest, where you can enjoy one of the many terraces, where there are festivals.
Massif de la Ste. Baume
In the 'Provence Verte', there is an impressive limestone massif that rises from the landscape as a 14 km long and 1,100 metres high wall. It's also one of the most important pilgrimage destinations.
Cognac
Cognac... who hasn’t heard of it? Visit the Cognac region with its vineyards, idyllic towns with roman churches, cozy terraces and adorable markets. It’s an area that captivates every France enthusiast.
Silver Mines
From the seventh to the tenth century, Melle was a major silver producer and held an important position in the region. Under the town, some twenty kilometers of the network of passageways from the former silver mines are now accessible.
Chateau Bonaguil - castle in southern France
The Château de Bonaguil is a beautiful castle on the border of Quercy and the Perigord. It is located within the borders of the municipality of St. Front-sur-Lémance but is owned by the neighbouring municipality of Fumel in the Lot-et-Garonne department.
Winecastles Cahors
Driving through the area gives you a view of the alternating beautifully landscaped vineyards. You'll come across many beautiful views. Vineyards or wine châteaux lie between the vineyards.
Castles and Citadels in the Dordogne - Lot
The Dordogne is characterized by a large number of castles. Castles and fortresses have been well preserved due to the climate, the building materials and because there was little economic innovation.
Pyrenees
The narrow mountain range on the French-Spanish border offers everything mountains should offer: magnificent nature, narrow crevices, panoramic views, authentic little villages, snowy mountain tops, and silent lakes.
Carcassonne
Carcassonne is located nearby your villa. It is the capital of the Aude (Languedoc-Roussillon) department and annually attracts millions of tourists.
Toulouse
Toulouse is the fourth largest city of France and is certainly worth visiting during your holiday. With its characteristic pink granite buildings (giving it the nickname 'La Ville Rose'), Toulouse has a unique atmosphere.
Mas d’Azil
The Parc Naturel Régional des Pyrénées Ariégeoises is located to the south of Toulouse. A world famous cave is located in this park: the Mas d'Azil cave.
Poitiers in the Poitou - Charentes
This city - located in the Poitou-Charentes area - has a beautiful centre with gorgeous churches, picturesque streets and cosy terraces. But that’s not all, the city has a unique history as well.
Larressingle – Carcassonne in miniature
Those who have ever visited the famous Cité of Carcassonne, will be reminded of this when they visit Larressingle. The walls of this small fortress are still standing.
Coulon
The village of Coulon is located in the Marais Poitevin and is often called the capital of La Venise Verte, the Green Venice.
Cassis, Provençal pearl at the Mediterranean
The characteristic coastal town Cassis is located just outside Marseille, in the heart of the Parc National des Calanques. A unique environment and an ideal place to spend your holidays in this region with family or friends.
The most beautiful calanques at Cassis
The waters of the Cote d'Azur simply doesn't get bluer than in these creeks! And high white cliffs offer impressive sea views. Les Calanques is the name of the rock formations that come straight out of the sea.
Mirepoix in the Languedoc
Mirepoix is located between Carcassonne and Foix, in the heart of the Cathar region. It is one of the most famous bastide towns in the south of France; especially because of its half-timbered houses and galleries.
Figeac
Figeac is the second largest municipality in the department of Lot. It is well known as a relatively large number of the ancient buildings have been preserved, and the city has many old monuments.
Castellane - Provence
Castellane is a small, pleasant town in the Alpes du Haute Provence. It is centrally located along the Route Napoléon (N85), at an altitude of just over 700 meters above sea level.
Cahors
The city of Cahors, capital ("préfecture") of the Lot, is the most important city in the department, with over 20,000 inhabitants. It is the historical capital of the Quercy region.
Château de la Brède - Montesquieu during your vacation
France is so full of castles (châteaux), that it almost seems commonplace! In this region, there is a château that really stands out: Château de la Brède. It is the Château of the famous philosopher Montesquieu.
Arcachon - chic seaside resort
Arcachon is a popular place for holiday makers and tourists on the Gironde coast. It is on the Bassin d'Arcachon, less than half an hour from Bordeaux. Arcachon is a beautiful place: terraces, boutiques, an old town, sun, sea and beach.
Biscarrosse: a tourist resort
Biscarrosse is located south of Arcachon and Dune de Pila. The village is on the coast of the Atlantic and part of the village is even on the beach. It is a popular place to spend a day.
Bastides in the Gironde, Dordogne and Lot
Many new cities were built east of Bordeaux in the 13th and 14th centuries. These cities are called bastides. They are even sometimes referred to as the gems of south west France. There are 315 bastides in France, more than 1/3 of them are in Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
Saint-Emilion, tourist place in the Bordeaux wine region
To the east of Bordeaux lie the areas of Saint-Emilion, Pomerol, Fronsac, Côtes de Francs and Côtes de Castillon. The collective name for this region is the Libournais, originating from the most important city in the area: Libourne. However, the wine capital of this region is Saint-Emilion.
Collioure on the Côte Vermeille
One of the most visited tourist spots in the Pyrénées-Orientales is Collioure. It is called the St. Tropez of Languedoc. The village has an impressive history and is beautifully situated. It is built around a bay with beautiful blue water.
Gourdon, village between Sarlat and Cahors
Gourdon is the capital of the “Bouriane”, a region in the tourist area of the Dordogne - Lot. It lies between the rivers "Dordogne" and "Lot", and is surrounded by many other tourist villages.
Marseille, the second city in France
The capital of the Provence-Alpes-Côte dʻAzur (PACA) region is Marseille. It is a huge city with many inhabitants. It is the second largest city in France by population. Marseille is located directly at the Mediterranean Sea and is very popular among tourists.
St. Hilaire Abbey and Blanquette de Limoux
In the south of Carcassonne is a place called Limoux, next to this is the beautiful abbey of St. Hilaire. Long ago, the monks produced a type of sparkling wine which Limoux became known for: the Blanquette de Limoux.
Saint Tropez - Cote d'Azur South of France
Many people will visit Saint Tropez for a day while on holiday in Provence - Cote d'Azur. The legendary village receives visitors from all over the world. Luxury yachts are moored in the harbour, expensive cars are driven around. But there are also charming squares and Provencal markets.
Iles de Hyères in the Mediterranean in southern France
Hyères is located in the southernmost part of Provence. There is a peninsula located a few kilometers into the sea. At the end of this peninsula, you can cross over to three islands: îles de Hyères.
Bormes les Mimosas the flower village on the French coast
The village of Bormes-les Mimosas has been called one of the most beautiful villages on the southern French coast of the Mediterranean. The houses, alleys and squares are covered with beautiful plants and shrubs. It is truly beautiful to see.
Lauzerte, medieval bastide in France
Lauzerte is located in the southern part of the Dordogne - Lot region. It is one of the “Plus beaux villages de France”. Lauzerte is located on top of a hill and is visible from miles away. Lauzerte is a medieval bastide and is called the “Toledo of the Quercy”.
Cathars in the South of France
The Cathars who called themselves Christians or bonshommes was a movement in the 12th and 13th centuries in the south of France that aspired to a pure faith.
Monaco
The Principality of Monaco is situated on the Mediterranean sea and only shares land borders with France. After the Vatican, it is the smallest country in the world.
Brignoles, tourist spot in Provence
The city of Brignoles is located in the Var region, the heart of the "green Provence", between Marseille and Sainte Maxime. It is one of the most beautiful locations in the area.
Olives from Provence and Languedoc
During your holiday in Provence or Languedoc you will definitely visit them: the cozy French markets. Undoubtedly you can also buy olives, one of the specialties from the region. Often there are baskets full of green, black, marinated and unmarinated olives.
Sanary-sur-Mer with the Provencal “pointus”
Sanary is a beautiful tourist place on the Mediterranean coast. It is compared to Saint Tropez. Sanary is famous for the harbour and the Just'Rosé festival.
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
The village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is the epitome of Southern French charm. It is clearly Provençal: lavender scent that meets you everywhere, picturesque squares and alleys, terraces under plane trees and houses covered with terracotta roof tiles.
Grasse
Grasse is seen as the world capital of perfume. The local perfume industry plays an important role in the history of this city.
Collonges La Rouge
Collonges la Rouge is one of ‘Les plus Beaux Villages de France’. It was the mayor of this village who decided to create a foundation to award the most beautiful villages of France.
Autoire
The village of Autoire is one of the ‘Plus Beaux Villages’ and is located in an area that is popular with British and Dutch holidaymakers, near the Lot.
Les Jardins du manoir d'Eyrignac
The gardens of Eyrignac in Salignac are at the heart of the Perigord near Sarlat. These beautifully landscaped gardens surrounding an old manor are real French gardens, with a nice layout and sleek, geometric shapes.
Turenne, the last free state of the kingdom
When you drive to the south of France, from Brive in the direction of Toulouse, you will pass a special part of France. Get off the highway for a bit and visit Turenne, a place with a very rich history.
Pujols - Agenais
The beautiful landscape of the Agenais region has plenty of places which you would normally drive past. One of these is the fortified village of Pujols le Haut, above Villeneuve-sur-Lot.
Carennac
Carennac is a small village with less than 500 inhabitants. It is splendid, high above the right bank of the Dordogne on the edge of the Haut-Quercy.
St. Lizier - St. Girons
Saint Lizier is on the banks of the River Salat, south of Toulouse and approximately 40 kilometres west of Foix. This beautiful village has two cathedrals and a bishop's palace.
Eze - medieval tourist village
Eze, a gem surrounded by rocks on the Mediterranean coast, is one of the most beautiful villages of the Côte d'Azur. It is located between Nice and Monaco, high above the peninsula of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
Conques
Conques is a beautiful town located in the department of Aveyron, in the Midi-Pyrénées region. This town has preserved its medieval character and is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France.
Monflanquin
Monflanquin is one of the most beautiful villages in France. The charm of Monflanquin, the beauty of the landscape, the typical French lifestyle and the cultural heritage of the area makes Monflanquin a special place.
St. Paul-de-Vence
Saint Paul de Vence is without a doubt one of the most beautiful and famous villages of the Provence. It is next to the village of Vence, and both are well worth a visit.
Tourtour - characteristic village between the olive trees
The name Tourtour is derived from the old word 'tör', which means mountain or mountain top. Because of its strategic location, Tourtour became an important town in the twelfth century.
Andorra
Andorra is a tiny principality in the Pyrenees between France and Spain. It is only 468 km² and consists mainly of mountains.
Futuroscope - Poitiers
Futuroscope, one of the most popular French theme parks, is about 30 minutes drive from your holiday home. This park is very nice, for both children and adults.
Puy du Fou - Vendée
From your cottage in Les Forges you can drive a little further but definitely worthwhile: Puy du Fou, a historical theme park in Les Epesses in the Vendée with beautiful shows.
Sheep- and recreational park - Vasles
Near the park Domaine les Forges is the recreational park “Mouton Village”, in the charming village Vasles. Situated in the beautiful French landscape, far away from the hustle and bustle, the park encompasses 6 hectares.
Marais Poitevin
West of your holiday home lies a vast nature reserve: Marais Poitevin. It is a green oasis of peace. This marshland area, created through drainage, has an extensive street plan of canals.
Wine routes Bergerac and Cahors
The nearby regions Bergerac and Cahors are known for their wines. To give you an impression, both regions offer wine routes that lead from one participating vineyard to another.
Boat trip in a Gabarre on the Dordogne
In one of the most beautiful places in the Dordogne it is possible to take a boat trip in a Gabarre. There are boarding places at the places Beynac et Cazenac and Roque Gageac. You sail for a bit upstream or downstream, after which the boat returns to the boarding point.
Lookyland Niort and Poitiers
Take a trip to one of the indoor playgrounds in either Niort or Poitiers (for children of 0-12 years old) and you’re guaranteed a great day. Your children will love the slides, climbing towers, ball pits and electric go-karts.
Planete des Crocodiles
Want to try something completely different during vacation? Visit "Planete des Crocodiles" Reptile Park.
Monkey park and other parks
More than 250 animals (including some 30 different types of primates) live in complete freedom in this naturally pristine 15-hectare environment. It is Europe’s largest terrain for chimpanzees and is home to the largest group of gorillas in France.
Amusement parks
During vacation, young and old alike always enjoy a visit to an amusement park. There are a number of different types of amusement parks and activities located in the vicinity of your holiday home.
Outdoor Entertainment
Enjoy a day trip with your family and visit an amusement or adventure park. Your children will love it, and, there is plenty for you to do!
Boat trip on the Lot
Step aboard one of the tour boats in the region. Take a boat trip with or without a guide, possibly including a wine tasting on board, all kinds of snacks or even a delicious lunch.
Hot air balloons - Rocamadour
The hot air balloon festival in Rocamadour is an annual event that takes place in the last weekend of September.
Theme Parks
Looking for a fun day out with young children, older children, or without the kids? It's all possible within a reasonable distance from your holiday home.
Birds of Prey Rocamadour
If you go to Rocamadour for a day, visit the birds of prey show in this place.
“Le Truffadou” Steam Train Martel
The steam train Martel, also called train of the Haut-Quercy is highly recommended. The open wagons are pushed or pulled by restored steam locomotives.
Monkey park Forêt des singes - Rocamadour
Go to monkey park "Foret des singes" at Rocamadour. A great outing for you and your children. A park with 130 macaque monkeys, living in freedom in a forest of 24ha.
Children’s Playground
In Carcassonne, Agen and Toulouse (a short distance from your holiday home) there is a terrific indoor playground for young children up to 12 years. This would be a great place to spend an afternoon with your family.
Coast of Mediterranean sea in southern France
Along the coast of the Provence Côte d'Azur in southern France you can find a clear blue sea and beautiful, kilometre-long (white) Beaches (Plages) with fine sand, pebble beaches, wild bays and islands.
Boattrip to St.Tropez
If you're on holiday near St. Tropez, then you should absolutely visit. Even if it's just to sample the atmosphere and see with your own eyes what you've always heard about.
Aqualand Arcachon for plenty of holiday pleasure
The Aqualand Arcachon is the largest water park on the Atlantic coast. It is suitable for young and old. Are you going to compete in a slide race in the eight lanes wide Surf Racer? For those who really dare, there is the Tornado.
Coccinelle - amusement park for children
Coccinelle is located between Bordeaux and Arcachon. This park is aimed at young children. It is a combination of an amusement park with various different attractions and a wildlife park with farm animals. It is great area to spend a day with your family during your vacation.
Parc Naturel régional des Landes de Gascogne
The Parc Naturel Régional des Landes de Gascogne is a vast forest area of over 315,000 hectares. It is located on the border of the departments of Landes and Gironde and next to the Atlantic coast. This an ideal and stunning region for all but especially for those who enjoy peace and nature.
Train jaune – a nice daytrip during the holidays
During your holiday it is definitely worth visiting the ‘Parc Naturel Régional des Pyrénées Catalanes’. It is the region south of Quillan against the Spanish border. You can explore this region best by taking a trip with ‘Le Train jaune’.
Canal du Midi, holiday fun on the water
The Canal du Midi originally had an economic and military function. Nowadays it is very popular with tourists. There are opportunities for sailing, cycling and viewing the beautiful surroundings. There are lock staircases of 4 locks and sometimes even 9 locks.
Tourist train in the Var – Provence
Taking a tourist train trip during your holiday is something you should put on your to-do list, you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings together with your family. The train slowly travels through the stunning landscape from village to village.
Zoo Bassin d'Arcachon in Aquitaine
Visiting a zoo remains fun whether you’re young or old. Big elephants, strong lions, climbing monkeys: it remains impressive. South of the Arcachon Basin, in La Teste-de-Buch, there is a beautiful zoo with over 800 animals.
Aqualand St. Cyr sur Mer, Frejus and St. Maxime
The Mediterranean coast in the South of France is a popular vacation destination. There are many facilities and entertainment options for tourists. The Aquaparks are very popular. They are located in St. Cyr-sur-Mer, St. Maxime and in Frejus.
Kiddy park Hyeres on the Mediterranean
Hyeres is located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, east of Toulon. Right behind the harbor and the beach of Hyeres, there is the amusement park called Kiddy Park. For both young and old, a visit to Kiddy Park will lead to an unforgettable holiday.
Aventure Famille Sainte Maxime
If you want to do something different during your vacation, go to “Aventure Famille” in Saint Maxime. There are several attractions in this park, including electric scooters, a tree climbing course, and archery.
Mont Faron cable car in Toulon
The cable car in Toulon is the only cable car on the coast of the Mediterranean. This cable car takes you to Mont Faron, a mountain almost 600 meters high, that lies north of Toulon.
Boat trip along the coast of the Mediterranean
The Mediterranean coast in France is a popular region for tourists. You can also get in a boat and view the coast from the sea. There are boat trips in the Côte d'Azur, Provence and Languedoc.
Aqualand Agen, water fun for young and old
Spending a day during your holiday at Aqualand Agen is an unforgettable experience for all ages. All day long you can enjoy loads of different attractions and slides. Familyland is the children's section at Aqualand and the Sensation zone is aimed at older youth and adults.
Marquèze ecomuseum by tourist train
In the middle of the “Parc Naturel Régional des Landes de Gascogne” lies the ecomuseum Marquèze. Marquèze is a small village which still looks as it used to look in the olden day. It has traditional houses, old furniture, animals and its original inhabitants.
Antibesland - largest amusement park in Provence-Côte d'Azur
The Antibesland amusement park is located between Nice and Cannes. It lies on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and is the largest amusement park in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur area. The park has more than 30 attractions.
Marineland Antibes, marine animal park
Marineland Antibes, on the Cote d'Azur, is the largest marine park in Europe. In an area of 25 ha, you can find over 4000 marine animals.
Zoo Fauverie on Mont Faron in Toulon
On top of the mountain "Mont Faron" in Toulon there is a zoo called "Fauverie". This zoo specializes in feline species. The park aims to protect various animal species from extinction.
Cite de l'Espace - Toulouse
The Cite de l'Espace in Toulouse is a large theme park, focused on space and any related topics. It gives both young and old a playful insight into achievements in the scientific field.
Nailloux Outlet Village
Nailloux Outlet Village (also referred to as Fashion Village) is an outlet centre just south of Toulouse.
What to do in the Camargue?
Seeing cowboys, flamingos and rice fields in a single holiday? It's possible, and you do not even have to leave Europe! You can find all this in the south of France, in the Grande Camargue.
Waterpark Quercyland
In Souillac, on the banks of the Dordogne river, the aquaparc Quercyland. This is a large swimming pool with 5 swimming pools, 2 large water slides and a water slide with 6 lanes.
Canoeing on the Dordogne and Lot
There are many opportunities for canoeing in the Dordogne region. The river Dordogne, the Lot, but also the other rivers, is beautiful and worthy to be viewed from all sides.
The valleys of the Lot and Dordogne by bike
Some of the most beautiful cities in the country are along the banks of the Lot and the Dordogne rivers in the south of France.
Recreational lakes Deux-Sèvres
The immediate area surrounding your holiday home in Domaine les Forges is amidst a variety of recreational lakes where you can relax. Most of the lakes are suitable for swimming, surfing, sailing, or other water sports.
Golf des Forges
Near the park is a 27-hole golf course, a challenge for beginners as well as experienced golfers. The course was designed by the Swede Bjorn Eriksson, has three lanes of each nine holes.
Lac du Tolerme with beautiful sandy beaches
Would you like to take a day trip? The Lac du Tolerme recreational lake with its beautiful sandy beaches, changing rooms, and toilets is located about 20 kilometers from your holiday home.
Golf courses in the Dordogne - Lot
There are several golf courses in the vicinity of your holiday home. France is an ideal destination for a golfing holiday. You are assured of a favorable climate here.
Mediterranean Sea, Cap d'Agde, Canet and Collioure
From your holiday home you will of course go once to the Mediterranean Sea. Along the coast with its wide sandy beaches are cozy villages with inviting terraces.
Water parks
At several places along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea are aquaparks. One of the most beautiful is still aqualand in St. Cyprien. You can not give your children more pleasure than to spend a day here.
Canoe Ariège and Aude
Today, canoeing or rafting on the Ariège River is a popular sport. Discover this beautiful region from the water and go places where you normally wouldn’t be able to go.
Golf Courses Aude and Ariege
Do you enjoy playing golf and would you like to try out new golf courses? There are several courses in the Aude and Ariège Toulouse regions.
Lac de Castillon near Castellane
The Lac de Castillon is the first reservoir of the Verdon River and is located in the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional du Verdon.
Golf de Provence
Domaine de Taulane, the wonderfully quiet 18-hole golf course, is located around the castle "Chateau de Taulane" and 7 lakes. It was the first Gary Player course in France. The course is very varied and a joy to play.
Golf courses Provence
In many parts of France, but especially in the south, golf is a popular sport. In the Provence, but also more towards the Ardeche and the Cote d'Azur, there are beautiful golf courses.
Walking in the Pyrenees
The Pyrenees are a beautiful mountain range that can be explored in multiple ways.
Gorges du Verdon
The Gorges du Verdon in the Provence is the most famous gorge in Europe. And according to many hikers, it is the most beautiful walking area in France, with remarkably clear green-blue water.
Sports activities in Provence
In the wider region of the Provence are many opportunities for sports activities. The landscape is very suitable for this. For both beginners and advanced users.
Adventure Parks Provence
Parc Aventure is a park with a plotted route between trees at different heights. Young and old can pass the tracks. Of course with the necessary protection, such as a helmet and on a line.
Mini Golf Fantasia
In the region of your holiday home is the largest miniature golf or miniature golf in Europe. It has an area of 4700 m2. The course is designed according to the principles of a real golf course.
Canoeing during the holidays
There are many opportunities for canoeing in the region. The river Lot or Dordogne, but also the other rivers, are beautiful and definitely worth a visit from this side.
Jeu de Boules, popular sport in France
In France, predominantly in southern France, Jeu de Boules is seen as an important national sport. Jeu de Boules is known as pétanque in France. There is a real boule culture in southern France where no public holiday is celebrated without petanque tournaments.
Gorges de Galamus, beautiful rock gorges
The region between Quillan and the coast of the Mediterranean Sea is known for its many cultural and historical attractions. The Galamus gorges with the St. Antoine monastery are located in this region.
Dune de Pyla, climbing during the holidays!
On the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, just south of the Bassin d'Arcachon, in the Gironde region, lies one of the most visited tourist attractions of southwest France: Dune de Pyla, the highest sand dune in Europe.
Bisc ’Aventure - climbing course and laser games
On the Atlantic coast lies the touristic village of Biscarrosse. Here the Bisc'Aventure is based. As mentioned earlier the park has a tree climbing course, laser games, a climbing wall, Free-jumps and a giant slingshot. It is one of the largest parks in France.
Golf courses Aquitaine - Gironde
There are several golf courses in the Aquitaine - Gironde region. The courses are beautifully built and vary in level. Do you want to play golf during your vacation? We have made a list of the most popular golf courses.
Parasailing in Provence, Languedoc and Aquitaine
On the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts, you can swim, dive, sail, jet ski and cruise in almost every place. You can also parasail in some places. This is a sport where you need to have some adrenaline!
Snorkelling and diving in the Mediterranean
The whole coastal region of the French Mediterranean is popular, from the Côte d'Azur to the Côte Vermeille. Whether you are an experienced diver or not, there are opportunities to see the underwater flora and fauna for all.
Oradour-sur-Glane
The village of Oradour-sur-Glane lies to the north-west of Limoges. The village reminds us of the terrible events of World War II.