France Regions

France's regions offer an immense variety of landscapes and experiences, from the urban Ile de France region that is home to Paris to rural mountain regions like the Midi Pyrenees.

• Aquitaine Region - an amazing land of wine, fine cuisine, cosmopolitan cities like Bordeaux and miles and miles of protected parkland ideal for eco-tourism.
• Alsace Region - in northeastern France, this region hovers near the border of Germany, and is filled with timbered buildings straight out of fairy tales.
• Auvergne Region - features the mountain scenery of the Massif Central, luxurious thermal spas and outstanding cuisine. It is centrally located.
• Brittany Region (Bretagne) - features rugged coastlines with some of the world's most breathtaking views. It features more than 4,000 chateaux, manors and medieval homes.
• Burgundy Region (Bourgogne) - a land of fine wines, fabulous cuisine, fascinating historic sites, and charming villages.
• Centre Region (Loire Valley) - features amazing chateaux and cathedrals, including Notre Dame de Chartres (in the village known as the Stained Glass Capital of the World).
• Champagne Ardenne Region - isn't just a destination for lovers of sparkling wine. It also features beautiful architecture like Reims Cathedral, 150 chateaux and numerous timbered buildings and churches.
• Corsica Region (Corse) - an amazing island in the Mediterranean enjoyed by visitors for its beautiful coastline, extensive outdoor adventures, historic attractions and wellness.
• Franche-Comté Region Franche-Comté Region - a recreation-lovers' delight bordering Switzerland, whether you wish to mountain bike, ski, go horseback riding or skiing.
• High Normandy Region (Haute Normandie) - features beautiful Atlantic beaches, historic attractions, and unique and delicious cuisine.
• Ile de France Region (Paris) - home to France's capital city of Paris, plus impressive chateaux and mansions, the arts, lovely villages and the luxury of Versailles.
• Languedoc-Roussillon Region - features great beaches, quaint Medieval villages, outdoor recreation and the world's most popular nudist town. The wineries here produce robust varieties with cheap pricetags.
• Limousin Region - the least populated region of France, and much of it is well-preserved and a haven for tourists seeking respite.
• Lorraine Region - is a place to discover art, fine cuisine, beautiful cities and villages, and the great outdoors.
• Low Normandy Region (Basse Normandie) - is best known as the site of the D-Day landings during World II. It also is home to long stretches of Atlantic beaches.
• Midi Pyrenees Region - is home to stunning Cathar chateaux, enchanting countryside, vibrant cities like Toulouse and the Pyrenees mountains.
• Nord Pas de Calais Region - s the most northerly region in the country, and it borders Belgium. This is the place to enjoy beaches and countryside, fine cuisine and unique shopping, local markets and unique architecture.
• Pays de la Loire Region - was the stomping grounds of kings and nobles during Medieval times. The grand castles of those days still stand and many offer tours (and even overnight lodging).
• Poitou Charentes Region - is filled with Romanesque art, parks and gardens, vineyards and Atlantic beaches.
• Provence-Alpes-Cote-d'Azur Region - is a delightful region of France, dotted by hilltop villages overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Some of the most lush cities are in this region, including Cannes and Nice.
• Rhones-Alpes Region - is the destination for winter sports and spa treatments. This is a great region for couples getaways and honeymoons, and features the stunning Alps. It borders both Italy and Switzerland.