With the current health crisis, summer travel risks focusing on our beautiful country. Fortunately, you can participate in the local economy by choosing to book a vacation in France, with French providers!

Needless to say, since the end of March, the entire planet has been on pause. The Covid-19 epidemic has rapidly spread across the world. Very quickly, governments chose to favor confinement and the closure of borders. Currently, these are gradually reopening in Europe. Therefore, favoring holidays in France across our regions and their tourism will only be beneficial for our economy. And then, our country has more and more exceptional and 100% French companies specializing in tourism.

Housing rentals, leisure services, transport, etc. “Made in France” is ideal for organizing unusual holidays in our regions. This will also help the many French service providers, and you could have some nice surprises during your stay. Here is a small list of the best French providers for booking a vacation in France.

Sports holidays

The Gorges du Tarn by paddle. Photo credit: Shutterstock – Sarah_Dias

France is considered one of the most sporting countries in the world. Needless to say, even our vacations are all about physical activity. Fortunately, our regions offer many exceptional places for this. From superb Corsican hikes to mountain biking sessions in the Alps, France is full of alternatives for holidaymakers. A stone’s throw from the cities or the coast, with family or friends, we bet you will find theoutdoor activity ideal for staying in shape!

Do you have a taste for adventure? For a holiday in France full of memories, activities such as canoeing, climbing, canyoning, caving or paragliding are also popular with holidaymakers. And for good reason, they promise to discover the territory differently, along the water or along the cliffs. An immersive experience offered throughout France in unusual sites such as the Gorges du Tarn, the Pyrenees National Park or the Calanques National Park. Nothing better to better explore our magnificent territory!

In France, several sites like Adrenaline Hunter offer plenty of thrills!

Who says sports vacation says… sports accommodation! If you want to meet people and share moments around the same activity, opt for a 100% sporting vacation rental. In the Landes or on the summits of the Jura, many individuals who enjoy a sport open their doors to enthusiasts.

Like Sportihome, the leading platform in private sports accommodation, the principle is simple: wherever you go, whatever sport you practice, you can opt for accommodation ideally located to practice the activity of your choice. The bonus? Discover very local spots shared by your hosts!

Unusual holidays

Cabins on stilts in Normandy, a great classic of unusual accommodation by Abracadaroom.

Vacations are supposed to allow you to forget the routine and stress of everyday life. For this, you could opt for a different stay. Lovers of comfort can, for example, put their suitcases in a superb luxury villa nestled in one of the pearls of the Côte d’Azur, like Nice or near Saint-Tropez. On the program: a magical vacation under the sign of prestige!

But if you dream of adventure during your vacation in France, you should choose an atypical rental. Teepees, tree houses, bubbles, yurts: you are spoiled for choice. In Normandy, for example, you can try out these unusual accommodations during a stay in the region.

The flight over Mont-Blanc: an extraordinary experience offered by Wingly.

When it comes to activities, unusual vacations often rhyme with unique memories! In winter, swap your skis for an extraordinary experience: you can get started with biathlon while the little ones learn to build an igloo! Snow not really your thing? Try your hand at co-planing! Based on the principle of carpooling initiated by Blablacar, carpooling allows you to enjoy aerial rides offered by private pilots! Seen from the sky, the Châteaux of the Loire, the Pic du Midi, Mont Blanc and other treasures of France are yours.

Urban vacation

Lyon. Photo credit: Shutterstock – RossHelen

Are you dreaming of an urban stay in one of the most beautiful cities in France? From Paris to Marseille, the cities of France are full of wonders. Among them, museums, monuments and other places of local interest are at the heart of the most popular visits. So, during your stay, there are multiple possibilities: guided tours, shows, cruises, tastings… From the eyes to the taste buds, numerous tourist activities allow you to enjoy a city trip as it should be.

Going east, for example, you can explore the sumptuous city center of Lyon. To the rhythm of its two rivers, you will be immersed in the heart of French gastronomy. But let your steps guide you, and you could discover the town from another angle. From the top of the Fourvière basilica, you will admire the splendid architecture of the city.

In Bordeaux, the city tour in a 2CV is ideal for a first visit!

On the west side, let yourself be tempted by the magnificent colors of beautiful Toulouse. Indeed, in Cathar country, its city center bears witness to more than a thousand years of history. Along the splendid cobbled streets, you will understand why Nougaro had so much admiration for his hometown.

If you dream of a stay by the water, Bordeaux is the place to go. This port city is renowned for its magnificent monuments and Gothic-style buildings. Also, in the evening, you can enjoy pleasant walks on the banks of the Garonne.

Rural vacation

The village of Rocamadour. Photo credit: Shutterstock – Belt944

To disconnect a little, what could be better than a vacation in the countryside? If France is full of magnificent cities, French villages are true regional treasures. In Île-de-France, after exploring the region’s castles, you should head to Barbizon. Thus, along the magnificent cobbled streets, you will discover a perfect haven of peace for your stay. In the east, you can opt for the beautiful Eguisheim and its colorful houses. Always flowery, its streets immerse visitors in the heart of local traditions.

It is in this authentic house in Rosan that Patricia and Jacky, hosts at Gîtes de France, welcome you.

For its part, Brittany also has splendid hamlets like Ploumanac’h or Sauzon. Located on the water’s edge in an enchanting setting, they are the very definition of a countryside holiday. On the other hand, if you opt for the south, we recommend the historic towns of Cordes-sur-Ciel and Rocamadour. Standing on imposing cliffs, these two medieval villages will invite you on a real journey through time!

Moreover, if you are wondering where to stay in these pretty pearls of the territory, choose the authentic experience. This is, for example, what Gîtes de France offers, a benchmark for gîtes and guest rooms. On the countryside side, the site offers 100% local accommodation for a natural stay as desired.

Holidays by the sea

Hossegor beach in New Aquitaine. Photo credit: Shutterstock – peapop

The Mediterranean and Atlantic beaches attract thousands of tourists every year. And for good reason, their exceptional decor is the perfect place for a pleasant summer stay. But if you choose to spend the summer with your feet in the water, why not try new activities? On the Côte d’Azur, you can discover the coves by jet-ski, or even by flyboard. On the heavenly shores of Saint-Maxime or Fréjus, you can get your adrenaline rush. The more adventurous can even indulge in parasailing near Nice, for example.

If you enjoy the milder ocean climate, we recommend trying surfing in France. A true regional sport on the Basque and Vendée beaches, this activity will allow you to immerse yourself in the heart of local customs. On the New Aquitaine side, Hossegor is the unmissable spot for wave lovers. However, if you want to surf in peace, we recommend the quieter beaches of Anglet or Hendaye. Nothing like it for an unforgettable vacation by the water!

The Lavezzi Islands by catamaran: one of the most popular trips on the boat rental site Click&boat.

In addition to board sports, seaside holidays are above all synonymous with relaxation, letting go and taking walks. Also, after having scoured the area’s beaches and tried out some water sports, why not play the role of apprentice captain? From Corsica to pretty Hyères, it is possible to rent a boat to enjoy a trip at sea. Aboard a catamaran, a sailboat or even a motorboat, enjoy a unique trip for a day! After all, there are so many things to see there too, as evidenced by the Lavezzi Islands or the Calanques of Cassis!

Rest assured, if you do not have a boat license, it is possible to be accompanied by a skipper. So, shall we jump in?

Summer road trip

The Côte d’Azur by motorhome Photo credit: Shutterstock – Roman Babakin

The road trip fashion seems to come from North American culture. However, our fabulous regions did not wait for the era of cinema to chart our own destinations. From north to south, fans of this type of travel will be able to find what they are looking for in France. So, on board a car, a campervan or converted vantravel the most beautiful roads in France!

We think, for example, of the extraordinary Pyrenees road, which runs along the superb mountain range. To the east, it is in the Vosges on the Alsace side that we advise you to go. On the exceptional balloons of this massif, your road trip promises to be one of a kind. Nothing like it to fill up on nature. And for northerners, head to Brittany! The famous Emerald Coast and Pink Granite Coast invite you to retrace an entire History through the sumptuous Breton landscapes!

All that remains is to pack your bags for explore France ! So, what will your next vacation in France look like?