Perched villages in southern France bring together scenic views, fascinating history, and an unmistakable charm. These hilltop towns, often built on cliffs or steep hillsides, were once strategically ...

‘Des tripoux, de l’aligot et des farçous, s’il vous plaît.’ Confused? 'Bundles of sheep tripe, cheesy mashed potatoes and small fritters' aren’t quite what most expect when heading to the south of ...

PARIS (AP) -- After a pleasant evening of wine-tasting -- joyfully billed "Grapes and Friends!" -- with a hundred or so people and oysters, charcuteries and cheeses, the mayor of the picturesque ...

Nestled between Lyon and Grenoble in southeastern France, Saint-Antoine-l’Abbaye is famed for its Gothic abbey, cobblestone streets, and centuries-old stone houses. The medieval gem was recently ...

Poor public transport connections mean that in many parts of France, a car is vital for everyday life, as journalist and countryside-dweller Samantha David explains.

PARIS — After a pleasant evening of wine-tasting — joyfully billed “Grapes and Friends!” — with a hundred or so people and oysters, charcuteries and cheeses, the mayor of the picturesque French town ...