France Action & adventure, Autumn, Beach, Flowers + Religious pictures

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With its sultry heat and relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle, this coastal city is a magnet for the rich and famous as well as holidaymakers and weekend breakers.

Enjoy the spicy Spanish influence on the cuisine, visit a pilgrimage site and ski in the snowy Pyrénées mountains.

Containing parts of Limousin history from Roman times to the present, this magnificent Gothic house of worship is an important part of the skyline of Limoges.

This serene mountain town has rustic charm and natural beauty and is the site of one of Europe’s most famous divine encounters.

One of the most eye-catching monuments in Lourdes is the basilica that sits above the grotto, part of a wider sanctuary of impressive churches.

Find out why literary masters, such as Goethe and Victor Hugo, heaped praise on this remarkable, pink-hued cathedral.

The old meets the new on this narrow and atmospheric Rouen street, which features historic attractions, charming architecture and modern boutiques.

This serene mountain town has rustic charm and natural beauty and is the site of one of Europe’s most famous divine encounters.

Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

See the famous statue of Notre Dame de Bon Espoir, the leering gargoyles and the mechanical clock at this Gothic masterpiece.

Climb the towers of this remarkable 13th-century cathedral, one of the most iconic religious buildings in France.

Climb the towers of this remarkable 13th-century cathedral, one of the most iconic religious buildings in France.

Escape the city with a trip to this picturesque beach surrounded by shops and restaurants on the south coast of Corsica.

Miles of soft white sand and clear blue water are waiting to be enjoyed a short drive from the bustling streets of Bonifacio. 

Gaze in awe at this striking Gothic cathedral, which is home to towering spires, elaborate artwork and tombs of famous kings.  

With its lively fishing port and traditional half-timbered houses, Saint-Jean-de-Luz is a beautiful place to stop on the French Basque coast.

Marvel at château after château as you visit the towns and countryside along this fertile, wine-producing valley. 

Climb the towers of this remarkable 13th-century cathedral, one of the most iconic religious buildings in France.

See the tombs of the infants of French royalty after gazing up at the mesmerizing façade and the well preserved stained glass inside.

Escape the city with a trip to this picturesque beach surrounded by shops and restaurants on the south coast of Corsica.

Climb the towers of this remarkable 13th-century cathedral, one of the most iconic religious buildings in France.

Gaze in awe at this striking Gothic cathedral, which is home to towering spires, elaborate artwork and tombs of famous kings.