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A region known famed its wild natural environment, and benefiting from mild temperatures, Provence boasts a gentle landscape of vineyards and lavender fields growing in the heart of mountains, interspersed by rivers. The region has also been inspiration to numerous artists, and visitors with a keen eye will perhaps recognise the landscapes that inspired painters such as Van Gogh and Cezanne.
Whilst in Provence, visitors can choose between soaking up the culture by visiting the Gourdon chateau or the Sènnaque Abbey, or simply soak up the sun with a trip to Fayence or the Cote d'Azur.
For those hoping to sample a wide variety of regional cuisine Provence does not disapoint, with seafood featuring heavily on most menus accross the regions, and visitors will find Provincial food more Medittearean, rather than typically "French".
Train stations: Toulon. Airports: Toulon/Hyères.
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.
