France is known for its picturesque landscapes, stunning architecture, and charming towns that seem straight from a fairy tale. With so many beautiful places, it can take time to decide where to start. Here are 25+ French places that enchant you with their beauty and charm.
Each place has a unique character and story, from the romantic city of Paris to the quaint village of Eguisheim. Whether looking for a tranquil escape in the countryside or a lively adventure in the city, France has something for everyone. So why not pack your bags and start exploring this magical country today?
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01. The Cave Of Saint Marcel, Ardèche
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The cave, in southeast France, is remarkable for its beautiful basins and spectacular galleries.
02. Semur-en-Auxois, Côte-d’Or
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Overlooking the river Armançon, the medieval village is located at the heart of the Burgundy region.
03. Wild Camargue Horses, Camargue
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Camargue is a region in southern France known for its marshes and extraordinary wildlife, including flamingos and wild white horses.
04. Collonges-la-Rouge, Corrèze
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The gorgeous village, built entirely with red sandstones, was founded around a monastery in the 8th century.
05. Tufs Waterfall, Jura
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The beautiful waterfall is located in the idyllic landscapes of Jura, a region in northeastern France.
06. Kaysersberg, Alsace
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Located in Alsace’s wine country, Kaysersberg is so quaint and pretty it hurts.
07. Aiguilles d’Arves, French Alps
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This should do if you need proof that the French Alps are as beautiful as their Swiss and Austrian counterparts.
08. Albi, Tarn
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Famous for its red bricks and impressive cathedral, Albi is one of the prettiest southwestern towns in France.
09. Rustrel, Vaucluse
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Rustrel’s ochres are known as the French Colorado.
10. Palais des Papes; Avignon, Vaucluse
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This gothic building was the primary papal residence in the 14th century before the popes moved back to Rome. It now hosts France’s most famous performing arts festival.
11. Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy
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Inhabited by only 44 people, the world-famous village is visited by more than 3 million tourists yearly.
12. Château de Chenonceau, Indre-et-Loire
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One of the most famous Loire castles, Chenonceau, was built across the River Cher in the 16th century.
13. Bonifacio, Corsica
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The spectacular Corsican city is located at the southern end of the island.
14. Annecy, Haute-Savoie
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Located on the gorgeous Lake Annecy, the city is famous for being home to the Palais de l’Île, a medieval palace built on an island in the middle of the Thiou Canal.
15. Belle-Île-en-Mer, Morbihan
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Brittany’s largest island is a wild and breathtakingly beautiful piece of land.
16. La Roque Gageac, Dordogne
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The Dordogne River is among the most gorgeous French regions, with many stunning old villages perched above the water. La Roque Gageac is a particularly beautiful one.
17. Île-de-Bréhat, Côtes-d’Armor
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It is another lovely island off the coast of Brittany because this French region is full of gems.
18. Sénanque Abbey, Vaucluse
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Located in southern France, near the equally beautiful village of Gordes, the Abbey is surrounded by lovely lavender fields.
19. Château de Fontainebleau, Seine-et-Marne
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A former royal residence, this palace is located south of Paris and is famous for its gorgeous park.
20. Étretat, Normandy
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The stunning cliffs are yet more proof of France’s amazingly varied landscapes.
21. Puy Mary, Cantal
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Located in the volcanic region of Auvergne, the Puy Mary offers a spectacular view of the surrounding area.
22. Brière, Loire-Atlantique
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Brière is an otherworldly marsh region on the French Atlantic coast.
23. Corte, Corsica
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Corte used to be the capital of Corsica during the island’s few years of independence, between 1755 and 1769.
24. Gorges du Tarn, Lozère
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This beautiful canyon in southern France is wild, isolated, and peaceful.
25. The Vanoise Massif, French Alps
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The stunning mountain range is located near the border between France and Italy.
26. Versailles, Yvelines
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Versailles is one of the most celebrated palaces in the world for a reason: It’s glorious and breathtakingly gorgeous.
27. Calanque d’en Vau, Bouches-du-Rhône
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Hands down, it is the most beautiful place on earth. Don’t even think about contradicting me!
28. Sacré-Cœur, Paris
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The spectacular basilica is one of Paris’s most remarkable landmarks.
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