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Sights & Attractions

Want to discover what to see and do in France? Here you’ll find all the information you need on the best French sights and attractions, including museums, castles, cathedrals, parks and gardens, tours and where to spend a weekend or take a short break.
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  4. Historic Attractions France (35)

Normandy Tours

Normandy tours offer a way to experience this lovely part of Northern France, and to see the many Normandy D-Day sites, cemeteries, monuments and attractions. Besides the World War II history, Normandy is also a beautiful region with miles of beaches. Here is a list of Normandy tours.

Aveyron France Hiking and Walking Vacation

The Avéyron of France features an amazing 2,000 miles of hiking trails, ideal for the walker with wanderlust. There are six "grand randonnee" or major hiking routes that pass through this charming area of Southwest France. Here are details about Aveyron France hiking and walking vacations.

Toulouse Attractions

Toulouse attractions feature everything from impressive architecture and a World War II museum to Roman ruins and an aerospace museum. Toulouse has some of the most interesting and diverse attractions of any city in France. Here is a list of the top Toulouse attractions.

Canal du Midi

The Canal du Midi was originally constructed to create a waterway shortcut between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, but today it serves as a charming and integral part of the landscape of several lovely Southern France cities. Find out about visiting the Canal du Midi.

Medieval Villages Of Southern France

Revisit the Middle Ages with a trip to one of Southern France's medieval villages, filled with castles, moats, spires and more. The remains of medieval hilltop villages still stand today throughout this area, and draw tourists from around the globe.

Medieval Troyes in Champagne

Troyes is one of France’s small gems, a well-preserved medieval town with old streets of restored half-timbered houses, their different colored facades creating a delightful patchwork of colors. Troyes is compact so it’s a good city to visit without a car. It’s easy to get to from Paris and the main sites are all within the small historic center.

Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis

Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambresis - a visitor's guide to the Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis

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