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Rising dramatically from the cliffs of southern Corsica, this historic citadel still has many of its original features.

Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges.

Although it’s not the Auvergne region’s highest summit, this dormant lava dome is its most iconic. Join the thousands of hikers who visit every year.

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.

Marvel at the wooden organ and work out the parables depicted in the stained glass in this blend of two separate religious buildings.

One of the oldest museums in France, this institution is a fantastic place to see paintings, sculptures and architecture spanning centuries, back to the Middle Ages.

The hometown of the photograph is full of an infectious energy and historic half-timbered houses, making it one of France’s most pleasant towns for an urban stroll.

Wine lovers gather in this popular area to celebrate the grape. Experience the wine in settings that add to the atmosphere of the region.

One of the oldest museums in France, this institution is a fantastic place to see paintings, sculptures and architecture spanning centuries, back to the Middle Ages.

Ducks swim in ponds and peacocks roam the landscaped lawns of this lush park, which features a museum, cloister and orangery. 

Enjoy the views of the countryside and tour the grand chambers and intriguing exhibits of this renovated castle from the Middle Ages.

Enjoy the views of the countryside and tour the grand chambers and intriguing exhibits of this renovated castle from the Middle Ages.

Encounter the fun and elegant features dotted around this large urban park and feed the ducks and swans in the pond.

Go on a wine discovery trip through the vineyards of this ancient town in one of France’s great winemaking regions. Visit a medieval hospital and a Romanesque cathedral. 

Between the vineyards of this world-famous wine-growing region are ancient towns, medieval estates and a large collection of Romanesque churches.

Go on a wine discovery trip through the vineyards of this ancient town in one of France’s great winemaking regions. Visit a medieval hospital and a Romanesque cathedral. 

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

One of the oldest museums in France, this institution is a fantastic place to see paintings, sculptures and architecture spanning centuries, back to the Middle Ages.

Enjoy the views of the countryside and tour the grand chambers and intriguing exhibits of this renovated castle from the Middle Ages.

Enjoy the views of the countryside and tour the grand chambers and intriguing exhibits of this renovated castle from the Middle Ages.

Encounter the fun and elegant features dotted around this large urban park and feed the ducks and swans in the pond.

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