Travel: Our selection of the 20 most beautiful villages in France
updated the 6 October 2015 à 23:52
France is not just about Paris! Discover these charming villages in the French countryside, from the North to South and East to West…
Far from the bustle of the cities, small towns preserve wonderful landscapes which are feast to the eyes. Waterfalls, lakes, rivers and seas have often carved these villages, giving them a unique character as they represent the diversity of the French countryside
Discover the divine timbered facades in Upper Normandy, and cobbled streets and traditional stone houses in the South.
You thought villages rhymed with boredom? You got it all wrong! As these villages often host music and art festivals which are sure to entertain the young and old spirits alike.
In Blesle, Upper Loire valley hosts a Music Festival from August 15 to 17. As for Dordogne, we recommend attending the free concerts hapenning from 18 to 19 August in Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère. Art lovers can go to Apremont-sur-Allier to discover an exhibition for illustrator Benjamin Rabier. Every Thursday night, Lauzerte invites you to sample its best local produce while listening to music – all at its weekly musical gourmet market. Original, isn’t it? It’s party time in the village!
Erinna FOURNY
