With all eyes on Paris during the Summer Olympics, it's time to take a closer look at the most beautiful destinations in France away from the capital.
Of course, Megève has long been a household name for winter sports fans. But in truth, it was initially the summer visitors who gathered in and around the idyllic alpine village at 1030 m above sea level. To this day, the vacation destination on Mont Blanc is still enjoyed from its rather quieter side. The temperatures are pleasant, so you can enjoy cycling, hiking and walking without breaking a sweat. For stylish accommodation, the Grand Hôtel Soleil d’Or outstanding. Here you can relax in 30 newly renovated suites and rooms. It has been one of the most popular hotels in the village since 1901. Now they have treated themselves to three additional new chalets each with four rooms. So you can also larger families and groups of friends can enjoy a relaxing break together. Tip: sundowner at the rooftop bar with a magnificent view of the mountains!
Grand Hôtel Soleil d’Or
255 Rue Charles Feige, 74120 Megève, France
Tel.: +33 4 50 34 31 06
Web: soleildor-megeve.com
Price: Double room from approx. € 200,- per night
Chateau Chambord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, green meadows and even a national forest park: Loire Valley, through which the gently flowing Cosson meanders, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful destinations in France. It's not surprising that the French king and numerous aristocrats often escaped the hot summer in the cities to cool off here. The boutique hotel Relais de Chambord is unique in this region. It's the only hotel in the nature reserve and in the immediate vicinity of the château. It's surrounded by deep green woodland and offers a wealth of nature experiences. There are leisurely walks through oak and pine forests as well as boat trips on the river and treatments with Anne Semonin cosmetic products.
Relais de Chambord
Place Saint-Louis, 41250 Chambord, France
Tel.: +33 2 54 81 01 01
Web: relaisdechambord.com
Price: Doubles from € 220
On the coast of Narbonne, overlooking the Mediterranean and in the rolling hills of the Garrigue, lies a Terroir, from which sophisticated rosé wines come. Including the award-winning Clos du Temple. It was crowned the best rosé wine in the world in 2022. Those who enjoy wine tastings and endless strolls through Vineyards is in the Château l’Hospitalet Wine Resort, Beach & Spa right. It is located in the middle of a 1000-hectare estate made up of vineyards and lavender fields. The boutique hotel is perfect for all wine lovers who love gastronomy, history and gourmet delights in equal measure. The 41 rooms are spread over two buildings and belong in their entirety to the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Château l’Hospitalet Wine Resort, Beach & Spa
Domaine de L’Hostpitalet, D168, 11100 Narbonne, Frankreich
Tel.: +33 4 68 45 28 50
Web: chateau-hospitalet.com
Price: Double room from approx. € 450,- per night
The Cap d’Antibes an der Côte d’Azur ist gerade einmal vier Quadratkilometer groß. Schon seit Jahrzehnten handelt es sich dabei um eine der teuersten und luxuriösesten Gegenden des Landes. Und auch um eines der schönsten Destinations in France. The chance to meet the international jet set here is great. And it always has been. In the wild 1920s hielt sich etwa F. Scott Fitzgerald am Cap d’Antibes auf. Er nächtigte in der Villa Saint Louiswhich are known as Hotel Belles Rives immer noch den Charme und extravaganten Glamour längst vergangener Zeiten verströmt. Fitzgerald ließ sich von ihr für einige seiner berühmtesten Werke inspirieren, darunter “The Great Gatsby”. Das Hotel verfügt über 43 Zimmer und ist der The epitome of Mediterranean elegance.
Hotel Belles Rives
33 Bd Edouard Baudoin, 06160 Antibes, France
Tel.: +33 4 93 61 02 79
Web: bellesrives.com
Price: Doubles from € 240
Die Normandie ermöglicht anspruchsvollen Reisenden, sich wieder mit der Natur zu verbinden. Zum Beispiel beim Wandern durch die charming streets of Honfleur or searching for shells on the beach in Deauville. The tranquillity and unspoilt nature of the region help you to leave the hustle and bustle of the cities behind. This is exactly where the hotel is located Le Domaine d’Ablon aus der “Considerate Collection” der Small Luxury Hotels of the World setzt sich dafür ein, diese Schönheit zu bewahren. Die Gäste der sieben Zimmer, die sich auf eine Handvoll Cottages und Suiten in einem magnificent estate aufteilen, genießen privaten Luxus. Zum Beispiel In-Room-Dining, Verwendung eigener Produkte aus dem Garten sowie das “grüne Gewissen”, das mit jedem Aufenthalt einhergeht.
Le Domaine d’Ablon
2504 Rte de Genneville, 14600 Ablon, France
Tel.: +33 7 89 20 42 72
Web: domaine-dablon.com
Price: Upon request
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