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Regions in France
Alsace is a region in the northeast of France, and the smallest in metropolitan France.... READ MORE
Founded along the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees mountain range on the border with Spain, Aquitaine is one of the 26 regions of France.... READ MORE
The current administrative region of Auvergne is larger than the historical province of Auvergne, and includes provinces and areas that historically w... READ MORE
The region includes three departments, Calvados, Manche and Orne, that cover the part of Normandy traditionally termed "Lower Normandy" lying west of ... READ MORE
The Bay of Biscay lies along the western coast of France from Brest south to the Spanish border, it is a gulf of the North Atlantic Ocean.... READ MORE
The region of Bretagne is made up of 80% of the former duchy and province of Brittany. The remaining 20% of Brittany is the Loire-Atlantique departmen... READ MORE
Its capital is Orléans, although its largest city is Tours. The main feature of Centre is the Loire Valley. It includes the rich, fertile vall... READ MORE
Champagne-Ardenne iis one of the 27 regions of France. It is located in the northeast of the country, bordering Belgium, and consists of four departme... READ MORE
Although Corsica is the fourth largest island of France it is considered one of the 26 régions of France, although strictly speaking Corsica is... READ MORE
The term French West Indies refers to the four territories presently under French sovereignty in the Caribbean: the two overseas departments of Guadel... READ MORE
As part of France, Guadeloupe is part of the European Union; hence, as for most EU countries, its currency is the euro. However, Guadeloupe does not f... READ MORE
This division continues to provoke controversy, and some continue to call for regrouping of the two. However, the name Haute-Normandie existed prior t... READ MORE
Hautes-Alpes is one of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution on March 4, 1790. It consists of the southeast of the former p... READ MORE
Despite the name change, Ile-de-France is still popularly referred to by French people as the Region Parisienne ("Paris Region") or RP. Ninety percent... READ MORE
Being a former province of France Languedoc is continued in the modern-day régions of Languedoc-Roussillon and Midi-Pyrenees in the south of Fr... READ MORE
As part of France, Martinique is part of the European Union, and its currency is the euro. Its official language is French, although almost all of its... READ MORE
The term was first used by Jules Dumont d'Urville in 1832 to denote an ethnic and geographical grouping of islands distinct from Polynesia and Microne... READ MORE
Nord-Pas de Calais has a border with Belgium and is one of the 26 regions of France. It is an extremely densely populated region with some 4 million i... READ MORE
Normandy is situated along the coast of France south of the English Channel between Brittany (to the west) and Picardy. It is a geographical region co... READ MORE
Other examples of "artificially created" regions include Rhone-Alpes, which was created as the region for Lyon, and Midi-Pyrenees, which was created a... READ MORE
The region of Picardy is considered by some to be an artificial entity, with the south of the Oise department lying inside the metropolitan area of Pa... READ MORE
The region of Picardy is considered by some to be an artificial entity, with the south of the Oise department lying inside the metropolitan area of Pa... READ MORE
Poitou-Charentes is an administrative region in central western France comprising four departments: Charente, Charente-Maritime, Deux-Sèvres an... READ MORE
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is one of the 26 regions of France made up of the former French province of Provence, the former papal territory of A... READ MORE
The Pyrenees are a range of mountains in southwest Europe that form a natural border between France and Spain.... READ MORE
Rhone-Alpes is located in the east of France. To the north are the French regions of Bourgogne (Burgundy) and Franche-Comte, to the west it borders th... READ MORE
Savoy on the western flank of the Alps that emerged following the collapse of the Frankish Kingdom of Burgundy is a region of Europe.... READ MORE
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Les Restanques2018-10-25
Located in Baie de Bandol, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
Les Restanques in Bandol, Var, France is a stunning bed and breakfast with terrace and magnificent panorama of the bay of Bandol and Sanary, surrounded by beautiful pines, olives and cypress trees. With a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and refreshing swimming pool, a location just five minutes from the port, the perfect stay awaits in their four exquisite rooms equipped with a private bathroom featuring antique furnishings and Provencal fabric. Les Restanques serves a delicious breakfast under the arbor or in the dining room or family kitchen, and other meals are possible with the family by arrangement. Come for the perfect stay close to water sports and other activities, and discover the charms of the other towns. READ MOREHotel Astoria
Located in Aix-les-Bains, Savoie, Rhone-Alpes, France
Visit Hotel Astoria in Aix-les-BainsREAD MORELa Bananeraie Restaurant2014-12-10
Located in Eze, Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
La Bananeraie Restaurant in Eze Vilage, France offers a divine French culinary journey with lovely location in a garden. This restaurant and juice bar is a true hidden gem and with relaxing peaceful surrounds, you enjoy the perfect setting under the canopies amongst the flowers. Order their famous smoothies made from real fruit, various fruit cocktails, burgers and the best french fries perfectly made, as well as the peaceful Zen surrounds, it makes for a truly relaxing experience for a few hours away from it all. La Bananeraie Restaurant also serves salads and sandwiches and is run by two friendly brothers, they also have live music on some days to add to the entertainment, come for the wonderful ambiance food and fresh drinks, you won't want to leave in a hurry.READ MOREDomaine de Villers
Located in Deauville, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France
Visit Domaine de Villers in DeauvilleREAD MOREUlysse Plongee2018-10-30
Located in Golfe de Giens, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
Ulysse Plongee is a diving center on the Giens peninsula, Provence Alpes Cote D'Azur, France and they offer all the steps and courses you need from initiation and discovery diving to recreational diving, nitrox training and certification with PADI and CMAS. Come learn at your own pace with groups welcome, or join them on a wide choice of exploration dives in the area which is rich in varied diversities including wrecks of boats and aeroplanes. Ulysse Plongee will take you to dramatic drop offs and charming sheltered coves of the peninsula, join them for an unforgettable journey in their underwater adventure playground including the islands and bay, and their dive boat allow you to reach the sites in speed and comfort.READ MOREThe Ibis Toulon2018-10-29
Located in Baie de la Seyne, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
The Ibis Toulon, La Seyne-sur-Mer, France, is a beautifully renovated, pet friendly hotel that offers business and leisure travelers comfortable, home from home stays in air conditioned guest rooms equipped with amenities to ensure pleasurable stays with us. Our pet friendly hotel also offers comfortable stays in a handicapped accessible room. A healthy, tasty buffet breakfast ensures good starts to fun filled days exploring the surrounding areas, and at the end of such a fun day guests can relax in our bar with a refreshing and welcome drink. A 24-hour reception is available at The Ibis Toulon as well as recharging units for electric cars and meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 40 guests.READ MORECamping Arbois du Castellet2018-11-02
Located in Le Castellet, Var, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
Camping Arbois du Castellet in Le Castellet, France, with its attractive setting under the shade of majestic pine trees, is a friendly and welcoming campsite in a peaceful and quiet location. Featuring many amenities and facilities that will ensure memorable, fun and enjoyable camping vacations, a stay here promises something fun for all ages. There's a waterpark filled with water slides, a paddling pool and heated outdoor pool as well as a covered pool. Other outdoor activities include table tennis, a bouncy castle, multi-sport area, kiddies playground and much more. Apart from these exciting outdoor activities, Camping Arbois du Castellet also provides clubs for children and organizes regular karaoke, dancing, shows and other live entertainment, come for an unforgettable stay.READ MORE
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Visit Hotel Les Arcades in Roscoff for seafood, seaviews, WIFI, barREAD MORE