What destination for this summer? You don’t necessarily have to go very far to get away from it all or discover new landscapes. And these villages in France will prove it to you.
Confinements and curfews this summer, you don’t want to hear about it anymore (and we understand you). Since it will be difficult to travel, why not recharge your batteries in these villages in France? Seaside villages, in the mountains or in the countryside, each one is just as dazzling as the next. Bonus: if you live in mainland France, these nearby destinations will guarantee you a carbon footprint that is far less heavy than a trip to the end of the world … without forgetting the change of scenery!
Locronan and its cinema-worthy landscape
Let’s go to discover a village in Brittany anchored in the past: Locronan, near Quimper in Finistère. Its houses of character, with facades made of granite, make all the charm of the alleys of this small village. The origins of its wealth? He acquired it during the heyday of the weavers who, at the end of the Middle Ages, sold boat sails to the French navy and to its Spanish and English neighbors. This typical village is also very popular with filmmakers: this is where it was filmed. A long engagement Sunday by Jean-Pierre Jeunet with Audrey Tautou.
Étretat and its famous cliffs
Well known for its famous cliffs, the village of Etretat is endowed with other equally sparkling beauties, such as its two fascinating churches, one of which overlooks the sea and the gardens with their puzzling works. After a good walk and a breathtaking view from the cliffs of Étretat, do not hesitate to explore the village with its typical seaside architecture in Seine-Maritime. Between stone and half-timbered houses, wander through the medieval streets, in search of the house of your dreams, or simply a small restaurant to end the day in style with a seafood platter.
Roussillon and its warm colors
For lizards in need of heat and permanent sun, this village may meet all your expectations. Roussillon, a small village in the unmissable Vaucluse of the Luberon, is built in the heart of a territory gorged with minerals. And not just any, since it is one of the largest ocher deposits in the world! It is he who makes it all its splendor. The village in the colors of nature that surrounds it blends perfectly into the landscape. Stroll through the streets tending towards yellow, orange and red, and feast on the spectacle. The panorama offered at the top of this peaceful village is worth the detour.
Eguisheim, the village of 1001 flowers
In the land of storks hide real treasures and the village of Eguisheim is one of them. Located near Colmar, this medieval village is known for its magnificent Alsatian vineyard that surrounds it. The flowers are numerous and accompany cheerfully, during the beautiful seasons, the cobblestone paths connecting the colored houses, to the half-timbered facades of the XVI and XVIIth century. The village offers you a picturesque route with, in its center, the magnificent castle of the counts, and offers to the most curious.se.s the possibility of deciphering the writings on the top of the doors of the houses.
Auvillar and its impressive architecture
An important stopover on the road to Saint-Jacques-de-Compostelle, Auvillar is also a village famous for its architecture, which tourists should absolutely not miss during their stay in Corrèze. Composed of very beautiful brick and stone houses from the 17th and 18th centuries, the village owes all its beauty to its past as a merchant city and to the earthenware trade in Auvillarais. The village is home to the triangular square, to be admired without restraint outside of market days, with its Halle Aux Grains surrounded by houses with vaulted ground floors.
Montrésor and its natural elegance
A village that bears its name so well. Montrésor, located in Indre-et-Loir, 50 km from Tour, will amaze you for a weekend. Bordering the Indrois river, it offers a combination of historic medieval houses and a calming natural landscape, where green takes an important place in the picture. The village is known for its castle and its white tufa houses, giving the facades a dazzling color when the light spills over the village. Montrésor even hosts semi-troglodyte dwellings … enough to make you want to stay in a cottage of this type.
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Lea Lecuyer
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