France: a country of diversity and emotion
France is not one destination — it’s many.
Each region has its soul: Alsace with its half-timbered houses, Brittany with its wild coast, Burgundy with its wines, and Paris with its light.
Our guides take you from famous landmarks to hidden gems, from villages to vineyards, to experience the real France.
What You’ll Find Here
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Weekend trips and itineraries across France
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Regional guides: Brittany, Alsace, Provence, Corsica, Vendée...
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Cultural walks through castles, villages, and UNESCO sites
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French gastronomy: recipes, local markets, wines, and traditions
It is from this woman, with a strong character, that descend all the kings of England and therefore the current king: Charles III, his children Princes William and Harry, and his grandchildren as Prince George. A woman of character, a friend of the arts, who turned an immense territory over to the English side because her husband was not in love with her...
Among the great scientific figures, Marie Curie occupies a unique place. Born in Poland, French by marriage and career, she revolutionized science with the discovery of radium and polonium. The first woman to win a Nobel Prize, and the only woman to win two in two different disciplines, she has gone down in history for her intelligence, courage and passion for research.
Without Jean-François Champollion, ancient Egypt would remain mute. This French genius of the XIXᵉ century unlocked the secret of hieroglyphics, giving birth to modern Egyptology. From his prodigious childhood in Grenoble to his discoveries in Paris and his long-awaited trip to Egypt, here's his incredible journey.
D’Artagnan was a real 17th-century Gascon soldier whose life inspired Alexandre Dumas’ famous novel The Three Musketeers. This page explores his true story, his origins, and how he became a legend of French history.
It is a name that is known all over the world. A synonym of elegance and refinement. Probably the greatest name in French fashion. Discovery of an amazing destiny: that of Coco Chanel.
If there is a land dear to the heart of the French, it is Quebec. Here live our "cousins". They hold the French language dear and many things still link us even if Quebec is no longer French since the defeat of the Marquis de Montcalm on the Plains of Abraham, near Quebec City...
Rabies is a terrible disease. For centuries, it has terrorized humans. The virus is transmitted by bite and the symptoms are frightening. For example the patient is afraid of water. For a long time we did not know how to fight against this disease, sometimes trying terrible remedies, such as dipping the patients in the sea to create a shock, to those who were afraid of water. Then came Louis Pasteur...
A hero of Gaul and symbol of resistance, Vercingetorix is one of the great figures in French history. His confrontation with Julius Caesar at Alesia left a lasting impression. Here is his story, from his rise to his fall, and how he became a national hero.
For foreigners, the aperitif is an essential French ritual. It involves sharing drinks, cheese, charcuterie, or French-style tapas. Here's what it represents, what people eat, some easy-to-make recipes, and the history of this centuries-old tradition.
Updated on November 28, 2025
There are more than 40,000 cemeteries in France. Small or huge, military or municipal, French cemeteries are not just places of remembrance. They also bear witness to history, the evolution of funeral practices, and collective memory.
