There's nothing like it - each year, around 8 December, the four-day Lyon light festival changes the city's buildings into a series of fairy tales.| www.offbeatfrance.com
The Dijon Owl Trail has 22 stops: each one is a highlight of Dijon. Just follow the markers on the sidewalk.| www.offbeatfrance.com
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This is about France, not Spain. This one-week French Basque country itinerary will take you to a less visited part of France.| www.offbeatfrance.com
If you're looking to evade the crowds in a sensational destination, the Ardeche in France is off the beaten path - and superb.| www.offbeatfrance.com
There are hundreds of best Christmas markets in France but these 12 stand out from the rest: each has a "certain something".| www.offbeatfrance.com
France has thousands of gorgeous villages - but only 159 can call themselves Most Beautiful Villages in France. Find out which, and why.| www.offbeatfrance.com
French Alpine cheese is perfect for a cheese board: various ages, different textures. Here's how to prepare a perfect cheese tray that will impress.| www.offbeatfrance.com
The best time to visit France is anytime - but there are a few exceptions. Here they are.| www.offbeatfrance.com
Looking for a French revolution tour? Paris has quite a few, and here are the best.| www.offbeatfrance.com
Visiting Bordeaux often revolves around wine - but there's so much more in this city!| www.offbeatfrance.com
Looking for cultural things to do in Bayonne? How about unique Basque culture, food, and unusual traditions?| www.offbeatfrance.com
A short drive or boat ride from Geneva is one of Lake Geneva's loveliest medieval villages: Yvoire, France.| www.offbeatfrance.com
These five villages in Provence are among France's most beautiful villages - this article shows you why.| www.offbeatfrance.com
The Basque town of Saint Jean de Luz punches way above its size, known for its fabulous surf, culinary excellence, spa waters and fascinating history.| www.offbeatfrance.com
Van Gogh painted some 200 works in Provence. Just what did he see in the region?| www.offbeatfrance.com
Discover the extraordinary history of the classic cobblestoned Lacoste village in the Luberon region of Provence.| www.offbeatfrance.com
This is an uncomplicated guide to visiting the D Day beaches in Normandy, especially for the first time.| www.offbeatfrance.com
Learn how to get to Mont Saint-Michel in 5 different ways - and even better, how to beat the crowds.| www.offbeatfrance.com
Rouen, capital of Impressionism, has been a magnet for artists since the 19th century. Find out why.| www.offbeatfrance.com
People who ask "What is Dijon mustard?" think they know the answer. It's mustard from Dijon, of course! Well, not quite...| www.offbeatfrance.com
These 16 day trips from Lyon will take you everywhere, from vineyards to picturesque villages to the best regional foods and wine.| www.offbeatfrance.com
This list highlights plenty of exciting things to do in Lyon, and is put together by a local.| www.offbeatfrance.com