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In this issue

Light Fantastic Be dazzled by Lyon's illumination...

Take the Biscuit: Celebrating a Century of an iconic French brand...

Paindemic In Paris

For American actor and writer Alexander Burnett, a shortage of bread at his local boulangerie was one of the biggest challenges of lockdown in his adopted home city

Paindemic In Paris

5 mins

VEULES-LES-ROSES

Between the white cliffs of the Côte d’Albâtre and the bucolic landscapes of the Pays de Caux, discover a village that combines coast and country,

VEULES-LES-ROSES

4 mins

Taking the BISCUIT

France is known for its exquisite pâtisserie and extravagant gâteaux but the not-so-humble biscuit deserves recognition too

Taking the BISCUIT

5 mins

PICTURE PERFECT PISTE

After a decade away from the slopes Janet Brice finds her ski legs in val d'arly, a hidden gem in the shadow of Mount Blanc

PICTURE PERFECT PISTE

8 mins

Let there BE LIGHT

Lyon’s annual Fête des Lumières brightens up the darkest of December nights in spectacular fashion, finds David Atkinson on a winter visit to the Rhône capital

Let there BE LIGHT

4 mins

Shop ‘til YOU DROP

In the first of our new Insight guides, Helen Parkinson delights in the French shopping experience

Shop ‘til YOU DROP

4 mins

Floating YOUR BOAT

Spending a day on the River Seine in Paris, Heidi Fuller-love samples some of the city’s top entertainment that can be enjoyed afloat

Floating YOUR BOAT

6 mins

Creamy Dijon Chicken With Bacon And Spinach

Enjoy this hearty dish from Bisous & Brioche, a cookbook shot on location in Burgundy

Creamy Dijon Chicken With Bacon And Spinach

2 mins

A Moveable Feast

Philip Sweeney embarks on a voyage gourmand along the Vallée de la Gastronomie travelling from Dijon to Marseille

A Moveable Feast

4 mins

BOND RETOUR 7

To celebrate the return of everyone’s favourite globe-trotting British intelligence officer in No Time to Die, Helen Parkinson rounds up five of James Bond’s top cross-Channel escapades

BOND RETOUR 7

2 mins

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

Loved by generations of artists, this hilltop gem in Alpes Maritimes is just a short bus journey from the bustle of Nice and perfect for a day of exploring, as Lara Dunn discovers

SAINT-PAUL DE VENCE

3 mins

LE CHAT NOIR

Find out how a striking black cat became synonymous with Montmartre’s golden age, says Helen Parkinson

LE CHAT NOIR

2 mins

Another shade of ALSACE

In the shadow of the Vosges Mountains, Dominic Rippon finds a lot to love about Alsace’s lesser-known red wines

Another shade of ALSACE

2 mins

Hidden HIGHS

Thrills and spills for all the family await in the peaceful mountains of Haute Maurienne Vanoise, as Ben Moore discovers

Hidden HIGHS

6 mins

French CONNECTION

A bond over a common enemy cemented a centuries-long deal between Scotland and France, writes Helen Parkinson

French CONNECTION

2 mins

BESANÇON

Time is of the essence in the Doubs capital, as Lara Dunn discovers while keeping an eye on the clock

BESANÇON

4 mins

Fairytale FRANCE

Lucy Parford whisked her family away to Tarn-et-Garonne in the south-west for a magical half-term break

Fairytale FRANCE

7 mins

BIRD IS THE WORD

Take to the skies with a unique ornithologist in Cantal

BIRD IS THE WORD

2 mins

Smooth Crusing

For a really special way to explore Burgundy, a luxury barge cruise through the tranquil countryside is hard to beat, writes

Smooth Crusing

8 mins

Fat Of The Land

Few countries hold butter in such high regard as France, as Lara Dunn explains

Fat Of The Land

5 mins

Toil and TROUBLE

Discover the spellbinding, tragic history of witches in France with Helen Parkinson

Toil and TROUBLE

4 mins

ORLÉANS

Paola Westbeek follows in the footsteps of Joan of Arc in the city she saved from English siege nearly 600 years ago

ORLÉANS

5 mins

Northern STAR

Just over an hour from Paris, France’s ‘Venice of the north’ Amiens is the perfect destination for a day trip, finds Vicky Leigh

Northern STAR

3 mins

MADELEINES

The humble madeleine is a vessel for a myriad of flavours, meanings and memories, writes Brigitte Nicolas

MADELEINES

4 mins

LAROQUEBROU

Cantal charm abounds in the dancing queen of the Auvergne, as Mark Sampson finds out

LAROQUEBROU

5 mins

HAUTE-VIENNE

Steeped in tradition, this unspoiled département offers an authentic taste of rural life, says Helen Parkinson

HAUTE-VIENNE

3 mins

GOING SOLO

Travelling alone in France can make for an incredibly rewarding holiday experience. Helen Parkinson has a handy guide to make the most of your solo adventure

GOING SOLO

8 mins

CHILL OUT ZONE

Alpine resorts have long been known for their restorative properties, catering to both body and soul. Lara Dunn enjoys some active relaxation in Annecy Mountains

CHILL OUT ZONE

6 mins

Stars In Your Eyes

From secret beaches to celebrity boules or supping on cocktails, Heidi Fuller-love takes a whirlwind tour of the places where the stars flee from the paparazzi during Cannes’ hottest festival

Stars In Your Eyes

6 mins

NATURAL Wonder

With its bountiful sands, surf and seafood, the Bassin d’Arcachon provides the perfect off-season escape, as Alison Weeks discovers

NATURAL Wonder

8 mins

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France Magazine Description:

PublisherSeymour Distribution Ltd

CategoryCulture

LanguageEnglish

FrequencyMonthly

FRANCE Magazine brings you the very best of France, from spectacular scenery, to gorgeous gastronomy. Featuring expert writers and superb photography, its inspiring and informative travel features will help you discover the country’s hidden gems. With articles on food, wine, current affairs, history and culture, it is a great way to keep in touch with all things French between your visits. It really is the next best thing to being there!

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