Holidays in France

The topography of France offers a very diverse range of settings to meet the needs of tourists looking for holidays in France.

There are sun-drenched sandy beaches of the Cote d'Azur Riviera, fishing and ornitholigists heaven at Lac du Der-Chantecoq in the Champagne-Ardenne, hang gliding and paragliding in the Auvergne, and ski holidays in the Rhone-Alpes in winter.

There are of course also numerous magnificent ancient chateau, castles and cathedrals; small, delightfully pretty, villages ; canals and waterways for boating enthusiasts; wooded hills and plains, ideal for walking, horse-riding and so much more. If your picture of a French holiday is somewhat more relaxed, then consider the Limousin or Picardie regions, away from the holiday crowds alternatively you can opt for activity holidays, walking or cycling, that will take you away from the main roads and through the byways of the French countryside.

The most visited region is of course, Ile-de-France and in particular Paris,known as the Romantic City for good reason. Once settled in your Paris hotels, take a dinner cruise on the Seine, or a dinner and show at the famous Moulin Rouge. Make the booking before you go to avoid disappointment. Be sure to see our Paris page for details.

On these pages you will find all the holiday homes, apartments, hotels, holiday villages and camping parcs to suit your requirements whether you be holidaying on your own, as a group or simply with your dog.

As a fisherman you might select a holiday home near water or why not taste the highlife with a holiday in a French castle or chateau?

If you need long-term accommodation in the area, you may want to consider a France timeshare. Or, if you simply need lodging for one trip, try a timeshare rental so that you can enjoy extra space and amenities during your stay.

Whatever your style of relaxation, you will find your ideal amongst the many choices of holidays in France on these pages. And finally, never forget the fine wines and cuisine for which France is deservedly renowned.

CAMPING To some a tent, already set up and fully-equipped, is a delight or plump for the luxury of Suncamp's Sunlodge Safari or Royal Lodge others may prefer a mobile home, a cabin or even a tree-house! Holidayviewer.com work with 4 major operators Eurocamp,Keycamp, Suncamp and Vancansoleil to bring you the largest possible selection of holiday parcs and campsites throughout France.	ACTIVITY If you prefer not only fresh air but to be on the move as well, we offer self-guided Walking and Cycling holidays that will take you down footpaths and byways to experience the natural beauty of the countryside at your own pace, or choose an Adventure holiday travelling in a small group with expert guides. Some of these holidays cover more that one country. Else take it easier with a boating holiday on the rivers and canals of France, an ideal way to experience a relaxing holiday, visiting waterside towns and villages, eating at the picturesque waterside restaurants and soaking in the atmosphere of rural France. All of our activity holidays are run by experienced operators with many years of experience and expertise.	HOLIDAY VILLAGES and SELF-SERVICE APARTMENTS The 16 Holiday Village Resorts offered on these pages are operated by Pierre & Vacances, the French leader in the holiday apartment market with over 150 destinations across France. Holiday Village Resorts offer a range of services and entertainment which may include: indoor heated pools, jacuzzi,water slides • outdoor pool (high season) • table-tennis • petanque • basketball • volleyball • badminton • fitness sessions • sports tournaments • shops • restaurants etc.
PARIS BREAKS & DISNEYLAND PARIS For Paris apartments we recommend waytostay.com. We do, of course, offer a full range of hotels both in central Paris and its suburbs. Outlying properties will prove to be less expensive but many offer cheap and easy access by Metro. We also recommend purchasing the Paris Pass , which gives not only a saving on entry fee costs but in most cases allows you to avoid queuing, leaving more time to just 'holiday'. The pass also allows for unlimited free Metro travel in the central zones. We are sure that Disneyland, Paris needs no introduction. We offer the latest package deals in Disney Hotels and ticket purchase.	HOLIDAYS BY TRAIN We offer a range of guided Train Tours operated by greatrail.com. These holidays are ideal for those who prefer not to fly and allow you to relax and enjoy the scenery in comfort. Our tours are ABTA, ATOL, and AITO protected for complete peace of mind. For those preferring to make their own train travel arrangements, we offer some help and advice here. We suggest purchasing tickets through Rail Europe who provide excellent schedule information and best prices.	SKI HOLIDAYS An extensive range of ski holidays from 4 top operators covering all of the major French Ski Resorts. Select from a choice of self-catering apartments to catered chalets and all-inclusive holiday packages. Be sure to check out the 12 luxury Last minute Pierre & Vacances Premium Residences.
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