US war dead remembered in French cemeteries, 100 years onVisitors and families continue to pay their respects for American soldiers, over a century after World War One
Only French village called Saint-Valentin embraces romantic linksThe tiny village in Indre takes its name seriously with an annual festival for visiting lovers around Valentine’s Day
Costume, music, floats: where to see France’s vibrant carnival paradesCelebrate the end of winter with feasting and fun at a carnival near you
SEE: The medieval 'bastide' villages of south-west FranceHistorian Dr Julia Faiers uncovers the story behind the grid streets and arcades that tourists love
Louis Braille’s life and legacy celebrated in French hometown CoupvrayAged 15, Braille established a writing system that would transform the lives of sight-impaired people globally
French mountain resorts now offer much more than just skiingHorse-drawn sleighs, ice diving, snowshoeing - ski towns are a winter playground for non-skiers too
The French village with more than 500 Christmas nativity scenesThe hill-top Provencal village of Lucéram has become famous for having the most festive crèches in France
Brittany villagers rescue lighthouse and find it was built by EiffelThe rusty old landmark was set to be torn down until the fishing community decided to save it - and uncovered its amazing history
Michelin Guide to include exceptional French hotelsThe hotel guide will use keys instead of stars to show excellence, as a way to ‘establish a truly trusted benchmark for the hotel industry’
Two more villages awarded prestigious ‘most beautiful in France’ titleThe Plus Beaux Villages de France judges carefully consider 32 criteria across heritage, history, architecture and the environment
PHOTOS: giant robot ‘dogs’ thrill crowds on streets of Nantes French troupe Royal De Luxe set out on a three-day parade with a new version of its hallmark giant puppets
7 places to visit in France for free with this weekend’s Heritage DaysWe list some sites that are not yet full for reservations - but be quick
Photos: the massive castle voted France’s most popular monument 2023Why is this site so important for the French public? We look at the history of France’s new favourite national monument
Rugby World Cup in Nice is boost for South African foodie tour guideAfter a life changing move to the south of France, Nadia Farmer is ready to delight rugby fans with a taste of Nice
How virtual reality is creating new opportunities for French tourism Tourists can explore Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower and Juno beach without setting foot in the country
Nice changes traditional cannon to honour visiting Scottish rugby teamThe city’s long-standing 12:00 midday cannon shot was altered at the weekend to celebrate its Scottish links
Should Nazi defences be preserved or forgotten along French coast?The WW2 bunkers in Normandy are linked to D-Day and victory, but Atlantic fortifications divide opinion in coastal towns
Seven facts about France's Mont-Saint-Michel abbey as it turns 1,000We take a deeper look at Normandy’s most iconic landmark 1,000 years after construction began
Restored Paris passageway has become a magnet for InstagrammersSocial media fame is the latest chapter in Galerie Vivienne’s chequered history as a shopping arcade
Beautiful Loire Valley chateau gardens celebrate their patron saintFamous château potagers specialise in the conservation and collection of old vegetable varieties and offer walks and tasting sessions
Orioles, butterflies, broom: see all things yellow in FranceGolden orioles brought enchanting melodies while facing challenges and successfully raising chicks
The temperature is rising in France’s hottest villageVérargues’ claim to fame may attract heat-seeking tourists, but it is taking a desperate toll on the local viticulture.