While it may come as a surprise, one of the best times to visit France is during the winter months. You can experience the country with less crowds while still taking advantage of all of the rich cultural offerings. In fact, there are numerous food and wine and outdoor and adventure excursions only available in the cooler months. Read on to discover French Side Travel’s picks for what to see and do during the winter in France.
For a winter getaway filled with sunshine, a trip to Nice and the surrounding areas is a great option. Travelers have a chance to experience the Côte d’Azur without an abundance of tourists. French Side Travel’s co-founder Mark Bonte recently spent time in the area following the ILTM Cannes conference and shared his findings with the team.
Provence’s blooming lavender fields are an iconic site that are well-worth timing your trip around. Here are our top tips.
The rolling Alpilles have a famous connection to painter Vincent Van Gogh and are known for their fine olive oil.
The Lubéron massif is one of the can’t-miss attractions of any trip to Southern France. Think long, summer days, brilliant sunshine, medieval villages crowning hilltops, and rolling olive, apricot, and almond orchards… seas of purple lavender…
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