France has a striking diversity of landscapes, from the snow capped peak of Mont Blanc to the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean. Every region offers inspiring hiking trails that are sure to impress. Even the most jaded hiker will be awed by the sublime Alpine scenery of the Chamonix Valley or a dazzling seaside hike along the French Riviera coastline. In the charming pastoral region of Alsace, meander through country lanes, arriving at storybook hamlets nestled in the vine-covered, rolling hills. Also delightful are the trails in the Luberon Mountains of Provence that connect picturesque country villages or explore the Basque Pyrenees. Modern-day pilgrims will discover a fascinating, medieval spiritual heritage on a portion of the Camino de Santiago trail in the Pyrenees Mountains. For many history buffs, an essential experience is the Remembrance Circuit, tracing WWI battlefield sites along the Normandy coast.
Embrace the local culture, its way of life and to taste its exquisite local dishes and wines; the ideal destination for food lovers and oenophiles alike to embark on a walking adventure. Our range is inclusive of easy strolls to challenging walking trails and can be tailored to your abilities and walking appetite when you choose to walk with Onlyluxe Travel.
Best Walking Regions in France:
- Provence: filled with traditional bustling French markets, abundant fresh produce, chic antiques and bric-a-brac, rugged hills with fields of lavender, wild ‘Herbes de Provence,’ and gourmet truffles, olives, and sunflowers. It makes a perfect mode for sauntering through the quiet lanes, glorious countryside, and enchanting towns.
- Alsace: features verdant vine-covered hills and valleys dotted with fairy-tale villages, adorable little hamlets, and historic Free Imperial Cities of the Holy Roman Empire
- French Riviera: boasts hillside trails with splendid seaside panoramas and beaches along the way.
- Brittany & Normandy: reflect on the past as you stroll through seaside villages and along D-Day beaches and iconic World War II historic sites
- Corsica: hike the famously infamous GR20 traverse of its spine.
- Luberon Natural Regional Park: weave through pretty, hilltop picturesque and old stone villages with views of vineyards, olive groves and renowned red Luberon rocks. Along the way traverse from hundred-year old chapels to prehistoric caves en route.
- The Jura Mountains: see all that this region has to offer including waterfalls, lakes, gorges and picturesque villages.
- Loire Valley: be transported to a wonderland of fairy tale castles and serene villages
- The Alps: uncover serene mountain peaks including the Mont Blanc Area and Aiguilles Rouges
- The Pyrenees: walk some of the best hiking in the whole of the country traversing serene lakes, dramatic mountain passes, plunging waterfalls and lush forests.
- Burgundy: this ancient wine-making region boasts undulating historic chateaux and architecture and the UNESCO World Heritage designated vineyards
- Camino de Santiago: follow in the footsteps of 8th-century pilgrims taking you through the Pyrenees Mountains
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