Tourism
Italy and discovery tours: 6 journeys that shape the country
It’s hard to sum up Italy in a single itinerary. The country lends itself better to a series of discovery tours, each revealing a different way of travelling: through the cultural capitals, by the shores, by the water of the lakes or by the mountains.
At the source of the Rhône: immersion between glacier, peaks and Alpine landscape
Exploring the source of the Rhône is an adventure in itself. Tracing the wild and powerful waters of a river that stretches for more than 800 kilometres, from its delta in the Mediterranean to the heart of the Alps. Discover its natural foundations at an altitude of 2,209 metres in the Valais.
Travel Destinations : France, Europe and Worldwide
Travelling the world means covering it in small steps, meeting others, observing the environment you pass through, just next door or further afield. On foot, by train, by bus, by bike or on a map, each country has its own unique geography, shaped by terrain, climate, history and customs past and present. Along the way,…
Find a Tourist Office in France by region and department
Looking for tourist information about the French departments and regions on your next trip? Here’s a closer look at tourist offices by region, with maps, listings and useful links to help you find your way around the diversity and richness of France’s regions.
The Montréjeau–Luchon railway line: reopening of the line in Haute-Garonne and the Pyrenees!
After more than a decade of suspension, the rail link between Montréjeau and Luchon is resuming service. This reopening, which was officially announced on 22 June 2025, marks an important milestone for transport in Haute-Garonne and Hautes-Pyrénées. It breathes new life into a vital route for residents, visitors and the local economy. Find out more…
EuroVelo: cycle routes across Europe
17 cycle routes across Europe, with almost 100,000 kilometres of trans-regional cycle routes. List and presentation of cycle routes on the European continent:
Biosphere reserves, Geoparks and UNESCO World Heritage: the splendours of 5 continents
Between nature and culture,UNESCO has been awarding labels and recognition for over 50 years, with Geoparks, Biosphere Reserves and World Heritage Sites. So many places to discover around the world. Presentation of the dedicated programmes of the world organisation and the places concerned by country.
Travel, holidays and leisure agency
An idea for a trip with friends? A turnkey holiday for a romantic getaway? A family holiday? A flight for your next trip abroad? This is THE page to find what you’re looking for!
Map and list of UNESCO World Heritage sites
A closer look at the 1,200 UNESCO World Heritage sites, with a list and map of the wonders of the world.
Discovering the Canal du Midi, between history and greenways
The Canal du Midi, a 17th-century masterpiece designed by Pierre-Paul Riquet, links Toulouse to the Mediterranean over 240 kilometres, crossing locks, bridges and landscapes steeped in history. From its commercial origins to its listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it embodies human ingenuity, while at the same time facing up to contemporary challenges. This…
Le Cévenol: a journey aboard a legendary train on the Cévennes line
The Cévenol, or Cévennes train, immerses its passengers in magnificent scenery thanks to the engineering feats and historic infrastructure along the route.Discover some of the wonders of this legendary railway line, stretching from the Nîmes area to the heart of the Massif Central.
Vanlife or how to escape on the road for your next trip?
70 years after the publication of Jack Kerouac’s novel On the Road, and 12 years after Foster Huntington* launched the hashtag #vanlife, the VanLife has been democratised. More comfortable, more family-friendly, for weekends or holidays, it’s now a way for everyone to enjoy a holiday in total freedom!