‘First Plus Beaux Villages de France needs homes not more shops’ We discover the story of Collonges-la-Rouge in the Corrèze, where the mayor is trying to balance tourism with a village for residents Published: 9 November 2022 Author: Théophile Larcher
French roundabouts are also about revolution of a political kind France has more roundabouts than any other country – we trace their history and how they have come to symbolise deep worries about French cultural identity Published: 8 November 2022 Author: Théophile Larcher
Find medieval knights and monsters painted on Narbonne palace ceiling We tell you where to look for 13th-century images of gruesome violence and imaginary creatures in the corners of this holy place Published: 4 November 2022 Author: Dr Julia Faiers
Ideas for autumn half-term holiday break with children in Toulouse The cosmopolitan capital of Occitanie offers museums, adventures in space, play areas and cafés - we share money-saving tips Published: 18 October 2022 Author: Samantha David
Prehistoric skeleton discovery keeps French village on the global map Tautavel in Pyrénées-Orientales has embraced tourism thanks to its ancient ancestor, and plans to extend the museum and research centre Published: 17 October 2022 Author: Théophile Larcher
French legends part five: Kings and magic – stories from the centre We end our myths and legends’ series with a look at the middle of France from a mysterious boy, to three unfortunate miners and a land of sorcerers Published: 14 October 2022 Author: Thomas Brent
French legends part four: Bluebeard and bears – stories from the west We continue our myths and legends’ series with a look west to a sunken city, the origins of Bluebeard and the popular tale of John the bear Published: 7 October 2022 Author: Thomas Brent
Basque houses have timeless appeal – we look at their history Know your coastal ‘Labourdine’, the ‘Navarre’ style along the Spanish border, and the ‘Souletine’ of the Béarn region Published: 5 October 2022 Author: Théophile Larcher
Armentières’ historic bridge and bawdy song make for inspiring visit Journalist Sally Ann Voak continues working through her late husband’s travel bucket list by paying tribute to a beloved friend – and unpicking a saucy French legend Published: 26 September 2022 Author: Sally Ann Voak
French legends part three: Devils & dentists – stories from the south We continue our myths and legends’ series with a look south to a devil’s bridge, a healing tooth, two strange creatures and a stone woman Published: 23 September 2022 Author: Thomas Brent