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Walk amid the blush-colored terracotta façades in la Ville Rose (the Pink City) and find busy marketplaces, live music venues and the mighty Canal du Midi.

Marvel at the wooden organ and work out the parables depicted in the stained glass in this blend of two separate religious buildings.

Although it’s not the Auvergne region’s highest summit, this dormant lava dome is its most iconic. Join the thousands of hikers who visit every year.

Watch the sun set over the sparkling Gulf of Porto from this historic Genoese tower, a typical feature of the Corsican coastline.

This serene mountain town has rustic charm and natural beauty and is the site of one of Europe’s most famous divine encounters.

Rising dramatically from the cliffs of southern Corsica, this historic citadel still has many of its original features.

Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges.

French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was born here in the capital of the island of Corsica. Hike, swim and tour the historic sites.

Explore an ancient citadel, enjoy lazy days on the beach and embark on diving expeditions at this picturesque town in northwest Corsica. 

Spend a tranquil vacation in this suburb of Paris. Explore its majestic castle and picturesque walkways along the River Seine.

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Colorful architecture, a warm climate and a laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle make this coastal city a favorite with celebrities and holidaymakers.

On the eastern coast of Corsica is one of the island\'s gems, an attractive village that sits in a region of hilltop hamlets, seaside communities and beautiful beaches.

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

On the eastern coast of Corsica is one of the island\'s gems, an attractive village that sits in a region of hilltop hamlets, seaside communities and beautiful beaches.

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Visit this stylish, cosmopolitan port town, home to a historical Old Town, a sleek marina and idyllic beaches.

Appreciate Mediterranean beaches, Alpine skiing, fine wines and cheeses, and some of the world’s most celebrated cities in this Western European country.

Relax in the quaint central plaza of this former Roman city, which is a hub of historic remnants, art and elegant churches.

French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was born here in the capital of the island of Corsica. Hike, swim and tour the historic sites.