5 Good Reasons To Select A Holiday Home In France
August 10, 2009 by Erik Simonsen
Filed under Destinations
A holiday cottage in France is an excellent starting point of an unforgettable holiday in one of the largest and most beautiful countries in Europe. We have all seen France’s fashionable parades and its outstanding cities in books and television, but witnessing it first hand is quite different. The capital itself could easily take up your entire vacation – or even several, but there is a great deal more available to enjoy, and staying in a holiday cottage in France is the best way to do this.
The coastal regions vary from the sometimes windy shores along the Atlantic Ocean to the wonderful beaches in the Mediterranean. France’s history is more than evident as you explore the countryside, with quaint little hamlets nestled in the folds of the mountain ranges, or discover a castle seemingly raised up through the very rocks of the landscape. Wherever you may choose a holiday cottage in France, you are in for a great time.
Both Normandy and Brittany are popular areas of the northern vicinity of the France. These two famous areas are renowned for farming, with a huge range of delightful cheeses on offer! Normandy is well known for its coastal location, and unsurprisingly its seafood is second to none. From seafood to cheese, and everything in between, a couple of weeks in a holiday cottage in France and your taste buds will love you! The abundance of orchards is another thing you’ll probably spot as you lurch from one gastronomic experience to the next. You’ll be pleased to know that after those delicious meals there’s plenty of locally brewed cider on offer.
The beautiful Loire Valley, some 300 kilometers south west of Paris is definitely worth having in mind when you are searching for a holiday cottage in France. Right up to the 1500s, France’s royalty and nobles erected magnificent castles, mansions and palaces in this region, each boasting landscaped vistas. In fact, today the Loire district is considered to be so important that it enjoys the status of being a World Heritage Site. If you are looking for peaceful and relaxing surroundings during your stay in a holiday cottage in France, the Loire Valley is an obvious choice.
If you enjoy a glass or two of wine, then rent a holiday cottage in France that’s in a region bursting with vineyards, and discover what all the fuss is about. Many of France’s regions have become synonymous with fine wines, such as Bordeaux for example. From Bordeaux to Champagne, when looking for a holiday cottage in France you can let your bottles guide you! Your holiday cottage in France in one of these regions is the perfect starting point for a holiday very close to fertile wine fields.
If you’re looking for a beach holiday, then the southern coastal regions enjoy the Mediterranean Sea, sand and climate all year round. Cities and resorts such as Cannes, Nice and Saint Tropez continue to rank highly among the most attractive destinations for a beach holiday in France. This country is so varied, both in its countryside and its reputation, and finding a holiday cottage in France offers tremendous opportunities. Relax beneath the palms as they wave gently in the ocean breeze. Take a break from doing nothing and plunge into the crystal clear waters of the ocean. A trip to the centre of Cannes is simply a must during your stay in a holiday cottage in France here.