Top 5 summer holiday destinations in France 2023!

Looking for a holiday idea in France this summer? Here is our top 5 destinations to inspire you and set you dreaming!

Corsica

Its reputation goes before it, and rightly so. The Isle of Beauty offers breathtaking scenery, both sea and mountains, along with stunning cultural and culinary riches. Little wonder it features in the top 5 destinations year after year.

Beyond its fine sandy beaches, there are plenty of walks and hikes to discover, such as the GR20 trails. Picturesque villages and their local specialities, like brocciu or Corsican charcuterie, will delight your taste buds like never before!

Brittany

For several years now, Brittany has ranked among the French public's favourite destinations, and it is holding its place!

It is often a byword for a complete change of scene, with its wild coastline, its lighthouses, its standing stones and its crêpes. Many islands in the Gulf of Morbihan, such as Belle-Île-en-Mer, can be reached from the Breton coast.

Explore renowned towns like Dinan or Saint-Malo, or try your hand at water sports such as surfing and kitesurfing. And for dreamers, Brittany is also a land of magic, with the forest of Brocéliande and countless activities and legends surrounding Merlin and the Knights of the Round Table.

Provence

Something of a classic and a regular in the destination rankings. The land of sunshine and cicadas will win you over with its charm and its gentle way of life.

Discover its distinctive landscapes, such as the lavender fields, and visit historic sites like the Pont du Gard or the Palais des Papes. It is also the perfect place to savour Mediterranean dishes such as tapenade or bouillabaisse. Finally, enjoy unspoilt nature and limited visitor numbers, for everyone's comfort, in the calanques of Marseille and Cassis.

Alsace

This eastern region has nothing to envy the seaside.

If you are after unusual architecture, the cities of Strasbourg and Colmar will more than live up to your expectations. The wine route, with its tastings of Alsatian vintages alongside sauerkraut or kougelhopf, is another fine way to make the most of your holiday.

5. The Dordogne

The Périgord region is every bit as famous as our four other destinations. It is a wonderful place to come and recharge your batteries. Lovers of historic remains can visit the prehistoric caves of Lascaux or Font-de-Gaume and admire the medieval castles of Beynac and Castelnaud.

And because food is part of any holiday, taste the local produce, such as black truffle. There is no shortage of outdoor activities either, from canoeing to treetop adventure courses! So what are you waiting for? Book your stay in France this summer: you will not regret it!