VITAMIN SEA

An unassuming town in Loire-Atlantique, between river and ocean, makes the perfect base for a family holiday by the sea, as Sophie Gardner-Roberts reveals

MARCILHAC-SUR-CÉLÉ

A walk through this tiny town, the pearl of the Célé valley, is one of quiet contemplation and awe-inspiring nature, discovers Alex Green

HAUTES-PYRÉNÉES

Take a walk on the wilder side of France with Janet Brice

France's FAIRY QUEEN

Eric Bryan reveals how life is stranger than fiction as he looks beyond the stone bust of a French woman hidden among the foliage of an Honfleur garden

Cream of the CROP

Helen Parkinson delights in the buzz of the harvest at one of Burgundy’s finest wine châteaux

Burgundy's SUNNY SIDE

The vineyards of the Mâconnais, in the south of Burgundy, offer the region’s best value bottles and its warmest welcome, says Dominic Rippon

BAISE BOATING

A self-drive cruising trip is a slow and steady way to enjoy the very best of the French countryside. Lara Dunn discovers the waterways of Lot-et-Garonne

What's In A Name?

At the heart of the Rhône Valley, Dominic Rippon sniffs out a hidden vinous gem in truffle country

Nerves Of Steel

Even an actor as brave as Vincent Lacoste found new terrorism drama Amanda an almighty challenge

Veggie PARIS

Think the French can’t do good vegetarian and vegan food? Think again! A new Paris tour highlights the best places to dine, taste and shop vegan products

ISLAND LIFE

The islands and peninsulas of the Atlantic coast can make a mini-break feel like a great escape

GARD

For our anniversary issue, Janet Brice explores France’s 30th département, bridging the gap between Roman ruins and the birthplace of denim

Driving FORCE

France’s seductive supermini, the Renault Clio, is also celebrating a milestone anniversary this year

CHANNEL TUNNEL

A handshake 30 years ago seals the deal as a tunnel between France and the UK finally meet – paving the way for an efficient form of travel we almost take for granted today

In at the DEEP END

Political speechwriter turned screenwriter and director Antonin Baudry tells Pierre de Villiers about his deep dive into filmmaking

Name of THE GAMAY

The once-maligned red grape of Beaujolais is making a brave comeback, says Dominic Rippon

Follow your NOSE

The Bergerac-Duras wine region is rich in history and home to inspired wine producers and delicious regional delicacies, as Paola Westbeek discovers

THE CANCAN

France’s famous jig swept through the dance halls of Paris and its high energy and frivolity is still drawing in the crowds, finds Heidi Fuller-love

CORSICA

The granite island that inspired travellers such as Dorothy Carrington, James Boswell and Edward Lear makes for a route that dives into breathtaking landscapes and hidden histories, finds Robin Gauldie

LA ROCHELL

Lara Dunn feels invigorated after exploring La Rochelle’s coastline and historic towers with fresh seafood aplenty

BIARRITZ

There’s plenty more to enjoy than sun, sea and surf in this corner of La Côte des Basques, as Catriona Burns discovers

For whom THE BELL TOLLS

The Unesco-listed belfries of northern France are a sight to behold and each one has a unique and fascinating history, as Rudolf Abraham discovers

A, B, Ski guide to GETTING BACK ON THE SLOPES

Janet Brice looks at how you can enjoy world-class runs and mountain activities from the Alps to the peaceful Pyrénées without spending a fortune

Lead The High Life In Les Carroz

Briony Key lets loose as she takes to the ski slopes by day and hurtles down a sledge track by night in this vibrant resort in Haute-Savoie

Yves Saint Laurent

Legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent revolutionised French fashion in the 1960s and his luxurious legacy lives on, says Heidi Fuller-love

Wish List Of Winter Wonders

Steve Mather hops across the Channel to experience the sights, sounds and scents of northern France’s finest Christmas markets

Rags To Riches

As France marks the centenary of Renoir’s death this year, Mark Stratton sets out to discover the places which inspired the incredible French Impressionist and the amazing oeuvre he has left behind

Bayeux

The breathtaking beauty of Bayeux’s tapestry and cathedral never disappoints, as Rudolf Abraham discovers on a visit to the historic city in Normandy

Paris

Take a whistle-stop tour through France’s most-visited département with Helen Parkinson

Occitan Odyssey

Cathar Country and its imposing châteaux provide a magnificent backdrop to Sandra Haurant’s drive from the countryside to the sea