Walking Holidays in France
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Walking is possibly the best way to properly appreciate any of the beautiful areas of France, and with more and more people realizing this, French walking holidays are increasingly popular - which is why these pages are here.
We've brought together every resource on walking holidays in France, from why go on a walking holiday in France, to using a walking tour operator, walking safety and equipment and area guides. We hope that you find our walking holidays in France website useful.
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There are so many great reasons to go on a walking holiday in France, not least the health benefits. Check out our top ten. more...
Top 5 French walking destinations
In this article, walking leader William Armstrong takes us on a mini-tour of France, visiting some beautiful but less travelled French regions where you can still escape from the crowds. But shh, don’t tell anyone!
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Our first walking holiday in France
Michael and Kate from Australia tell us about their walking holiday experience in the beautiful French region of Beaujolais, where the hospitality and food is as impressive as the quaint medieval villages. more...
Discovering wines on foot
Wine tours are becoming increasingly popular, but drinking and driving is never a good combination, so how best to navigate between French vineyards and still enjoy a taste or two?
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Pyrenean walks for all abilities
The Pyrénées offer all that is best in walking. Serious trekkers will relish the chance to seek out the unexplored valleys of the high mountains while those who prefer an easier pace can stay closer to civilization, enjoying the culture and history of the area.more...
Walking in the Lauragais
The Lauragais is an area of beautiful rolling hills, pale stone farmhouses with their magnificent “pigeonniers”, ancient windmills and narrow country roads lined with plane trees and cypresses. This area of South-West France is often called “la petite Toscane”...
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A little exploration goes a long way in the Ardèche...
In spite of the rugged appeal, walking holidays in the Ardèche are not only for the tough and the brave. Trails are well maintained and a little spirit of adventure reaps massive rewards. Simple forest paths reveal fascinating caves and waterways, limestone formations create natural labyrinths whilst vineyards and farms are only too happy to give up their bounty of local produce.
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Going on a walking holiday in France
Walking holidays are becoming increasingly popular in France; this is evident from the rise in walking groups and walking holiday tour operators. Whether a beginner or pro trekker, walkers in France are spoilt for great walks.
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What should you expect from a walking tour operator?
Walking has long been a popular pastime in a country as scenic as France and this has led to the emergence of more and more walking holiday tour operators. If you want to go on a walking holiday in France and stay in different places each night between walks there will be a lot to sort out; tour operators are there to make sure that your holiday goes to plan.
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Walking holiday safety and equipment
Whether it's the first time you've been on a walking holiday, or you need a reminder of what you will need to take, have a look at our essential guide to packing for a walking holiday in France. ...And check it before you leave, to ensure you don't leave a crucial basic behind!
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Discovering France by foot
Walking in the French countryside is for many a dream come true. Since France is less densely populated than the UK, you can get out into the most beautiful areas without the crush of fellow walkers so often experienced in the Lakes or the Peak District. A number of British tour operators have researched popular destinations to offer packages and recommended walking routes.
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Mountain Walking Holidays in France
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What better way to take in the breathtaking scenery of French mountains, than to immerse yourself in your surroundings, on a walking holiday. With the Alps, Pyrenees, Massif Centrale, Jura, and the mountain ranges in Morvan, the Vosges and Corsica, France has a lot of mountains to choose from! more...
Donkey Treks in France
The traditional baggage solution.
If you want to try something a little different, what about a walking holiday with a donkey? These gentle creatures have been a desirable travelling companion for milennia, providing baggage transport, amusement and a sense of security. Christine Keiffer runs one of around 150 farms throughout France hiring out donkeys to walkers. She speaks to FrenchEntrée-Holidays about walking with donkeys...
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Up For a Challenge?
Our choice of challenging walking trip in France. |
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This incredible experience will take you through breathtaking and diverse scenery, to beauty spots which can only be reached on foot. It is reputed to be the hardest but most spectacular hike in Europe. Only for the most highly experienced and fitest adventurers!
Read on to find out what to expect, and to get some tips and information from Sarah Quee, who helps run Tour Adventure's GR20 trips... the GR20 in Corsica...
Walking Holidays With Children?
Advice and information.
Children’s needs are very different depending on their age, which effects what they are capable of in terms of walking and hiking. A child's age and maturity determines the quantities of food and drink that they need to consume, and the distances they can walk.To avoid problems, here are some points to be aware of... walking with children...
Day Hikes, Organised Trips, Or Freedom With A Tent
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When booking up to go on a walking holiday, there are numerous choices for the difficulty level of the routes, whether you will have a guide or be self-guided, and the type of accommodation you will stay in. You will also need to decide whether you want to book all the elements for the trip yourself, or have everything organized by a tour operator, on your behalf. We review your options...
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Enjoy Walking in Meuse
Visit Meuse – ideal for walking holidays with trails around specific themes like Mirabelle plums, Wind in the Forest works of art, WWI remembrance, Joan of Arc…
Ardèche Walking Holidays
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Follow in the footsteps of Robert Louis Stevenson and experience the breathtaking landscape of the Ardèche, southern France. Supported tours and short breaks from The Ardèche Specialists... www.evasiontravel.co.uk
Guided walking in the Pyrenees
Explore the stunning French Pyrenees – sparkling lakes, snowy peaks, tumbling waterfalls and flower-filled meadows. Lovely 3* accommodation and qualified international mountain leaders. www.mountainbug.com
‘Deepest France’ on foot…
Choose from Inntravel’s wide range of self-guided walking holidays and discover la France profonde at your own pace.
Discover Secluded France on Foot
Looking for a French walking holiday with a difference? Choose from our unique range of guided and independent walking holidays, exploring secret France, and embracing the French way of life.Enjoying Nature at Cap d'Agde
For those with a love of animals, flora and fauna generally, there’s plenty to look forward to during your holiday in Le Cap d’Agde. Find out more here.
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Freewheel activity holidays
Why not try a cycling or canal boating holiday in France? Freewheel Holidays offers an unbeatable range of French self-guided cycling holidays and Freewheel Afloat has the best range of boats on the French canals. Bike hire too!
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