PLACES TO GO

It’s time for a break in Aix-les-Bains. Why? It’s a beautiful spa town, on the shores of Lake Bourget, at the foot of the mountains. Convinced yet?

Rouen has been in history’s spotlight since ancient times. The best things to do in Rouen are connected with history; it’s a musée-ville (museum town).

Annecy is often called the ‘Venice of the Alps’, which is not surprising. As well as its picturesque canals, it also has the cleanest lake in France, a medieval ‘old town’ and stunning snow-capped mountains as a backdrop. Basically, it has the lot.

You absolutely must see Nancy if you want to see some of the best in the Grand Est.

If you head to Nantes, you’ll find a modern city with a storehouse of history and plenty of fun activities. Definitely put it on your must-visit list.

It’s a beautiful city. It’s interesting. It’s great fun. Just three reasons why you really need to have Angers on your list. What more could you want?

Carcassonne’s main attraction is its medieval walled citadel. It’s the largest in Europe, with a long history. What better place to capture your imagination?

Tours has medieval architecture, a rich cultural history and natural beauty. Whether your tour of Tours is two days or two weeks, you’ll never forget it.

It’s the second largest city in France. It’s the capital of its region. Make the most of Marseille. It’s a large city and there’s lots to see so, if your time is limited, here are some of the things you shouldn’t miss.

Rennes is just 35 miles from the north coast. Given its location, it has often been at the centre of the action, but not just historically speaking.