Be a guest to one of the world's most exclusive tables. France, land of gourmets and culinary arts, offers a bewildering array of food and wines from delicious simple fare to exquisite haute cuisine. With over 340 sorts of cheese and 450 quality wines France will satisfy every palate.
Beyond gastronomy, from North to South France sparkles with an incredibly rich cultural and historical heritage of famous castles, churches, cathedrals and museums carefully preserved and restored which makes it one the most sought afterand enthralling destination for holidaymakers from around the globe.
France takes prides in the rich and diverse tapestry of its magnificent landscapes which have been celebrated throughout the centuries by its many famous writers, poets and artists in words and creations so many of which have become part of the world's cultural heritage and still inspire today's travellers to discover it for themselves. Whether you are looking for a relaxing beach holiday or want to commune with Nature, whether you wish to step back into history or are searching for an active sporting adventure, France will welcome you with open arms, seduce you with its warmth and entertain you with its wide range of attractions enabling you to achieve that perfect holiday.
A word of advice from Lagrange: French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep some euros handy.
Alsace is a small region of France located in the north-east of the country, on the German border. The Alsacian landscape is a succession of vineyards, lakes, mountains. The area is also known for its rich cultural heritage and culinary specialities as well as its famous wines. Come December, the lively towns and villages of Alsace unveil the charms of their Christmas markets, celebrating the end of the year in a fairy tale way.
Experience the Franco-German influences that give the Alsace region its distinctive identity. And follow the Route des Vins (wine trail) along its 170km of vineyards right to the foot of the Vosges Mountains.
