10/09/2026
Beyond the boulevards and famous landmarks lies another side of the country, where winding rivers pass through medieval towns, vineyards stretch across rolling countryside, and centuries of history can be discovered around almost every corner.
Encourage your customers to slow things down with a journey through rural France. Follow the Rhône through Provence, explore the vineyards and châteaux along the Loire, cruise through the landscapes of the Dordogne, or discover the villages, markets, and historic towns dotted throughout the French countryside.
And then there’s the food. From local cheeses, freshly baked bread, and bustling produce markets to vineyard lunches, regional specialities, and long dinners overlooking the river, exploring France can be as much about what’s on the table as what’s on the itinerary.
Add ancient abbeys, hilltop villages, grand châteaux, historic battlefields, picturesque waterways, and some of Europe’s most beautiful countryside, and there are countless ways to experience France beyond the traditional city break.
Whether your customers prefer a river cruise, rail journey, self-drive adventure, walking holiday, or simply somewhere beautiful to slow down for a few days, rural France offers plenty of reasons to explore a little further.
With Air France, easyJet, Jet2.com, and Ryanair connecting Birmingham Airport with destinations across France, your customers can start closer to home and discover a different side of the country.