Charente-Maritime is located in the center-west of France and in the northern half of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. You can explore the labyrinth of the Marais Poitevin in a traditional boat, far from the crowds, with only a few boats. You can also visit the island of Oléron where you will find the famous colorful oyster huts.
Where does the name Tiges-Mortes come from, Aigues comes from the Occitan "Aigas" which means "water", moreover the city is located in the heart of the marshes, either stagnant water, "dead" water. A fisherman's and salt worker's village, protected by Charlemagne's Matafère tower, it was in 1240 that the town was exempted from taxes and duties. More than 15,000 people flock from all over the coast to enjoy this town.
The Pierre-Baudis Japanese Garden of Toulouse is a park classified as a remarkable garden of France located north of the city center of Toulouse in France, in the Compans-Caffarelli district. This garden was created in 1981 to meet the wishes of Pierre Baudis during his term as mayor of Toulouse. He had enjoyed this kind of garden on his travels, especially the one in Dublin. It bears his name since May 11, 2016.
Learn more about Prehistory, Antiquity, the Middle Ages, or the Renaissance. Visiting France while combining a historical stay is possible. France is full of places rich in history and events. Discover the historic places in France and take the opportunity to stop in one of our holiday homes for rent: www.purefrance.com
The Catalans - lateen sails from Sète and the Thau basin. The association born in 1988 from a first restoration of a Catalan boat, the "Cette". In 2004, the association moved to the Plagette shipyard. It is divided between renovation and navigation.
Visit Futuroscope near Poitiers. Futuroscope is a leisure park created on the initiative of René Monory in the early 80s. The attractions are focused on new technologies. On the program, travel, thrills and fun games. The Tornado Chasers attraction was voted "Best Attraction in the World" THEA Award 2022.
Sète, the iconic fishing town of Hérault. On one side the Mediterranean Sea, on the other the Etang de Thau, Sète is a fishing town with shimmering colors which is the place of residence of many artists. Paul Valéry, French writer and poet born in Sète nicknamed the city, the singular island.
The Dordogne, also called the Périgord Noir, is an appellation of the historical region but also of the current department and the river which crosses the department and which gives its name to the Dordogne Valley. The Dordogne is very popular with tourists with the atmosphere that emerges from this region.
The number of filming sites in France are numerous. In general, production studios choose to film in the capital: Paris, but not only... There are unseen places in France that are used for film shoots, Château de Chantilly and Le Château de Chenonceau to mention a few.
Les Landes, a department in the southwest of France and attached to the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, is divided into two districts. The Maison de la Nature du Bassin d'Arcachon, Ornithological reserve of Teich, Domaine d'Hostens between forests and lakes, Ecomuseum of Marquèze, The CapBreton pier, The Landaise forests... discover the Landes
It is the last of the great Renaissance castles of the Loire Valley and is renowned for its magical gardens. It was at the time doomed to be destroyed, Joachim Carvallo bought the castle at the beginning of the 20th century and created five gardens in the spirit of the Renaissance.
Connecting Nice to Menton, discovering breathtaking places and viewpoints. Let's discover the ledges that line the panoramic road. The Basse Corniche, the Moyenne Corniche, and the Grande Corniche... let's discover the most beautiful views!
The Etang de Thau, mouth of the Canal du Midi. The pond is also called a lagoon. The Canal du Midi, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stretches 240 kilometers from Toulouse to Sète. It ends at Pointe des Onglous, a place in the Thau lagoon that is very pretty to see.
Only 30 minutes from Montpellier, La Grande-Motte is the only French city to be labeled “Heritage of the 20th century” in its entirety. Appreciated for its activities and its kilometers of beach, it is a young and dynamic city where the architecture is visionary.
Villefranche-de-Conflent, a city rich in history with an exceptional heritage from the Middle Ages. Vauban, the "Vagabond of the Sun King" lived within its walls. Vauban's genius lies in adapting the defenses of a city to its geographical identity. He adapted the ramparts on 2 levels, adds bastions and builds Fort Liberia, making Villefranche a unique defence model.
Ranked among the 5 most beautiful zoos in the world, it is considered the most beautiful in France. Located in Loire-et-Cher in Saint-Aignan. It hosts more than 800 species, some of which are unique in France. In particular the giant panda, a symbol of environmental protection.
The largest dinosaur exhibition in France! On January 28 & 29, 2023 from 10 a.m. there will be an Ephemeral Museum in Carcassonne! After triumphing all over the world, the "live show" arrives in the city of Carcassonne with robotic and autonomous models.
Between sea and mountains, the hinterland of Nice deserves a getaway for the day or for a few days. You can explore the villages perched on the hills, walk the trails of the Mercantour National Park. Let's discover the places not to be missed!
Located in the heart of the Périgord Noir in the Dordogne, the Jardins du manoir d'Eyrignac are magnificent French gardens that walkers can admire. A family heritage for 500 years and Historical Monuments of the 17th and 18th centuries. It is one of the most beautiful gardens in the Dordogne.
A heritage not to be missed, you can visit Mont-Saint Michel on a guided tour. The village, the abbey, the museum, Founded at the request of the Archangel Michael by the Bishop of Avranches Aubert, the first sanctuary was consecrated on October 16, 709.
Stroll to the Cap Béar lighthouse in Port Vendres. The current Cap Béar lighthouse was built in 1905. It reaches 27m and its altitude is 50m. Around, the old housing of guards, several paths which lead to creeks. An enchanting place.
If you are passing through Perpignan, discover the essentials around the regional capital of the Pyrénées Orientales. Collioure, the yellow train, Baixas, Paulilles, Pic du Canigou, Lac des Bouillouses, Tautavel and Salses-le-Château.
France has many splendid lakes, pleasant places to enjoy a nice walk or swim in summer. Often located in very pretty destinations, the lakes of France seduce both by their beauty of the panoramas and by the nature which surrounds them.
France is the country where Christmas traditions have been rooted in the national culture for many centuries. You may be wondering where to spend your end-of-year celebrations? Pure France offers properties to spend the end of year celebrations with the family.
Lakes, mountains, walks, pleasant villages. The Jura has a multitude of must-see sites. Passing by the Cascade du Hérisson, the Pic de l'Aigle and Belvedere of the 4 lakes, Château-Chalon, Lake Chalain... Let's discover the Jura together.
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