France is one of the most diverse countries of Europe. It stretches from ocean to sea from plains to mountains. It is also the largest country in Western Europe and offers sights from Alsace to the Pyrenees, from Brittany to the Cote d’Azur enchanting landscapes, impressive castles such as along the Loire and off the streets, there is always a pretty little town and village that are worth visiting.
The area next to the Atlantic ocean has an endless coastline is a playground for those interested in water sports. Biarritz is a city which lies on the Bay of Biscay in south-western France. It is a luxurious seaside city and is popular with holidaymakers and surfers and has lost none of its charm. Quite near Biarritz is the Dune du Pilat in Arcachon, one of the biggest sand dunes in Europe. Snowboarding and paragliding are available on the sand slopes.
Moving westward the ancient cities are the scenery of the western Mediterranean coast, on the Golfe du Lion. The proud Narbonne and the bustling Marseille worth a visit just as the small fishing villages. To the west of Marseille close to the arms of the Rhone delta lies one a most exotic region: the Camargue with its wide plains, plenty of lakes, secluded courtyards. Flamingos, purple heron, the well-renowned Camargue horses, and other rare animals and plants are among the attractions to see.
Passing the Camargue region the country continues on the Cote d ‘Azur, the French Riviera with its stylish and sumptuous ambience. It has to offer itself with its various beauty. A lot of celebrities celebrate the film industry each year at the Cannes Film Festival.The road continues from Nice and Cannes to the small state of Monaco which is under the rule of Prince Albert II. Inevitable to visit the casino or a trip on the Moyenne Corniche, or the Grande Corniche, two scenic roads, both leading from Nice to Menton and offer fantastic views of the beautiful sea, the beach resorts and the splendor of the coast.
Turning away from the beach inland visitors are greeted in Provence landscapes which are illustrated in the paintings of van Gogh or Cezanne. Rich, self-dormant southern land full of lavenders lying among the Mediterranean, the Rhone and the Alps. The Romans liked the region so much that they paid tribute by constructing the amphitheater in Arles and gave very well preserved Roman ruins in Nimes, the mighty aqueduct Pont du Gard. Another inevitable place is the papal town of Avignon, a small piece of Vatican, and of course there is also the well-renowned bridge from the song “Sur le pont d’Avignon”. At the time of the summer theater festivals artists from all over the world circulate in the city streets.
Heading north to Brittany and Normandy you can meet craggy coves, rugged cliffs and hidden beaches. Visitors experience the archetypal nature of France here. Plenty of Parisians have a summer cottage here in order to relax from stress of the capital. Despite all the crowds, the rocky island of Mont Saint Michel is yet a brilliant sight that you should not miss. Who goes out there in winter and rents a room in a typical France accommodation you can almost alone at night and stroll along the walls and cast your eyes on the open sea.
Besides beaches, monuments, attractions France has another special feature: winter sports. A concentration of several places, lifts and ski slopes are built in order that you go with your skis from one area to another. With the ski resorts of Les Trois Vallés and Les Portes du Soleil, it has two of the largest resorts in Europe.
And finally, of course, an outing through France is not all over without a halt in the city on the Seine, Paris. Its charm is due in particular – besides the dazzling cultural life – the people. Together with liberal tolerance, joy and bonhomie that makes up its beauty. Where can we start the list of attractions in Paris: The Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and the tons of museums and monuments. And do not forget about renting Paris accommodation as well.
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