The South of France by region: where should you visit for the beach, nature or culture?

Southern France is a versatile area consisting of a great variety of departments and regions. If you are a sports enthusiast who enjoys seeking out thrills and excitement, a villa by the Dordogne River, with its exhilarating rapids offers the perfect solution. Would you rather lie in the sun with a glass of wine in one hand and a book in the other? Then you can indulge yourself in an accommodation on the Atlantic coast. Southern France also has options for those who like to race down the mountain on skis or a snowboard during the winter: namely, the Rhône-Alpes, where you will find the breathtaking ski area of ​​Les Portes du Soleil. Select your favourite region and check the availability of.

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Which regions in the South of France are worth a visit?

If you want to go on holiday to the South of France, you can visit various regions, each of which is worth a visit. Consider:

  • Poitou-Charentes;
  • Aquitaine – Gironde;
  • Dordogne – Lot;
  • Provence – Côte d'Azur;
  • Languedoc;
  • Rhône-Alpes.

Depending on the time of year you go on holiday and the wishes you have for your holiday, you will need to choose which region to visit. Fortunately, you can always book a holiday at a luxury park in your favourite region with FranceComfort. Are you curious about which area in the South of France is the best to visit? Then read on quickly. This blog is the starting place for choosing your dream holiday.

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1. Water sports and swimming in the Dordogne – Lot

If you love water sports, the Dordogne – Lot is the perfect holiday destination for you. Here you can go canoeing on the Dordogne River and kayaking on the Lot. Swimming is also possible in these rivers. Are you going on holiday with your children? Then plan a trip to a zoo, adventure park, climbing forest, or amusement park. There is also plenty to do at our holiday parks. For example, you will find multiple swimming pools at the Domaine de Lanzac park. The pools and slides at Village des Cigales are children's favourites. For a bit more peace and quiet, you can visit our beautiful Le Lac Bleu park. However, there is also plenty to do in the area surrounding this park, such as taking a ride on a tourist train.

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2. The true holiday feeling of the Languedoc

From our beautiful park L'Espinet in the Languedoc - Roussillon holiday region, you can enjoy an authentic holiday feeling. This region is very popular amongst tourists because it is located close to the Mediterranean Sea and offers many facilities and attractions. Enjoy local products such as bullinade or gardiane de taureau and visit one of the tourist villages, markets in the Languedoc, wine tastings, amusement parks, or castles. Whether you choose to relax on the beach of the Mediterranean Sea or go shopping in Perpignan or Narbonne, traces of history and culture are clearly visible everywhere in the Languedoc, allowing you to completely unwind.

3. Sun, sea, beach and culture: Provence – Côte d’Azur

When you think of the South of France, you immediately think of the blue water, the warm sun and the scent of lavender and olives. Provence – Côte d’Azur lives and breathes these characteristics. Our beautiful parks in this region – Vallée de la Sainte Baume, Résidence de Salernes, Domaine de Castellane and Jardin du Golf – are luxurious and spacious. Here you can find peace and privacy in your own holiday home as well as lively entertainment on the extensive grounds. Wake up at your leisure, enjoy an authentic French croissant and a cup of coffee, and then head out into the region. There is plenty to do, such as:

 

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4. Finding peace and quiet in the Poitou-Charentes

A holiday in the Poitou-Charentes is perfect for those looking to relax and de-stress with their family. Our comfortable parks, Domaine les Forges, L'Aveneau - Vieille Vigne and Bourg Est-Vigelière, offer the perfect base for shopping and soaking up culture in Poitiers, Niort or Angoulême. Would you like to imagine yourself in the 13th century for an afternoon? Then visit Parthenay, among other places, a medieval town with narrow streets, city gates and an impressive citadel. You can also go to the Marais Poitevin, a vast marshland. Here, you can walk in the ‘Green Venice’. Of course, you can’t forget the markets, festivals and village celebrations that take place in the Poitou-Charentes, such as the Angoulême International Comic Strip Festival.

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5. A holiday full of gastronomy in Aquitaine – Gironde

The tourist region of Aquitaine – Gironde is located on the west coast of France, south of Bordeaux. In the summer, you can enjoy the sun to the fullest here. The temperatures are pleasant in the autumn as well. From our four-star resort, Château de Salles, you can visit all kinds of tourist activities and sights, such as the Dune du Pilat, which is the highest dune in Europe. The charming seaside resorts and vast sandy beaches are an absolute must-visit, especially if you are on holiday with your family. Shopping in Bordeaux is also an option. True wine connoisseurs can indulge themselves at an authentic winery. Golfing is also an option, whereas for a change, you are just a short distance from the Dordogne.

6. Adventure in the Rhône-Alpes

The Rhône-Alpes is versatile, as you can visit it in both summer and winter. Our parks AlpChalets Portes du Soleil and AlpResort Portes du Soleil are both located in the Les Portes du Soleil area, which is also commonly referred to simply as ‘Portes du Soleil’. This name literally translates to ‘the gates of the sun’ in English, a name that is well-deserved. You will certainly return home with a healthy tan! This region is also known as one of the largest ski areas in the world, with over 600 kilometres of slopes and twelve connected villages. There is also plenty to do in the summer, such as:

 

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Which South of France region suits your wishes best?

In the South of France, there is a perfect environment for everyone, whether you want to go canoeing for something sporty or simply relax on the beach. Although every region is versatile and it is always possible to plan an activity that is quiet or thrilling activity, if you want to structure your holiday in a specific way, choose:

A sporty holiday in the

  • Rhône-Alpes;
  • Dordogne – Lot. 

A relaxing holiday in the

  • Poitou-Charentes;
  • Provence – Côte d’Azur;
  • Languedoc.

A holiday full of tourist excursions in the

  • Poitou-Charentes;
  • Aquitaine – Gironde;
  • Dordogne – Lot;
  • Provence – Côte d’Azur;
  • Languedoc;
  • Rhône-Alpes.

 

Plan your holiday right away in the South of France at a FranceComfort holiday park

Do you want to enjoy the good life in the South of France during your holiday? Then check the availability of one of our luxury holiday parks in the region that best suits your wishes. When you stay in a FranceComfort holiday home, you can be sure that you are spending your holiday your own way: peacefully and surrounded by greenery, sunbathing on the beach, or close to various tourist attractions and amenities.

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